Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Trabajo: work, job
trabajo
Pronunciation: trah-BAH-hoh (stress the capital letters)
Trabajo means “work, job” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: work, job
- How to say it: trah-BAH-hoh
- Gender: el trabajo
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “trabajo” means and how to use it
Trabajo means “work” and “job.” It is both the activity and the place where you work.
Gender and plural
- Gender: el trabajo (masculine)
- Plural: los trabajos
Examples with audio
- Mi trabajo es interesante.My job is interesting.
- Salgo del trabajo a las seis.I leave work at six.
- Busco un trabajo nuevo.I am looking for a new job.
Usage tip
Use “un trabajo” for a job and “el trabajo” for work in general. “Tengo mucho trabajo” means “I have a lot of work.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “work, job” in Spanish?
“work, job” in Spanish is “trabajo.” It is pronounced trah-BAH-hoh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “trabajo”?
Say trah-BAH-hoh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “trabajo” masculine or feminine?
Trabajo is masculine: “el trabajo.” The plural is “trabajos.”
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