laboral
“laboral” means “work” in Spanish (describing things related to a job).
work, labor
Also: working, occupational
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Mi jornada laboral termina a las seis de la tarde.
A2My work day ends at six in the evening.
Es difícil mantener un equilibrio entre la vida familiar y la vida laboral.
B1It is difficult to maintain a balance between family life and work life.
El gobierno anunció una nueva reforma laboral.
B2The government announced a new labor reform.
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From the Latin word 'laboralis,' which comes from 'labor' meaning hard work or effort.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'laboral' and 'laborable'?
'Laboral' means related to work in general (like work life). 'Laborable' is specifically used for days on the calendar when it is legal or normal to work (a business day).
Can I use 'laboral' to describe a hardworking person?
No. To describe a person, use 'trabajador' or 'trabajadora'. 'Laboral' is only for describing concepts or things, like an environment or a contract.
Is 'laboral' more formal than 'de trabajo'?
Yes. While 'día de trabajo' is perfectly fine, 'laboral' is the preferred term in legal documents, resumes, and news reports.