🇪🇸 How to say

“to work” in Spanish

trabajar
Illustration of "to work" in a Spanish cultural setting
A woman sits at a modern office desk, typing on her laptop with a focused expression. Through the large window behind her, the morning sun illuminates the city skyline.

Usage note

You can use 'trabajar' for any kind of work, from a formal job to studying hard. It's a regular -ar verb, so it follows common conjugation patterns.

Examples

  • Mi papá trabaja en una oficina.

    My dad works in an office.

  • Ella trabaja de lunes a viernes.

    She works from Monday to Friday.

  • Voy a trabajar mañana.

    I am going to work tomorrow.

Quick check

What does "trabajar" mean?

  • A. to work
  • B. to feel
  • C. to say
  • D. to use

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