How to Say "shift schedule" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “shift schedule” is “cuadrante” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Tengo que revisar el cuadrante para saber si trabajo el sábado.
I have to check the shift schedule to know if I work on Saturday.
El jefe aún no ha publicado el cuadrante del próximo mes.
The boss hasn't published next month's duty roster yet.
Hubo un error en el cuadrante y faltan dos enfermeros hoy.
There was a mistake in the schedule and two nurses are missing today.
Always Masculine
This word is always masculine. Even if it refers to a schedule for a group of women, you always say 'el cuadrante'.
Cuadrante vs. Horario
Mistake: “Using 'cuadrante' for a school timetable.”
Correction: Use 'horario' for school or general store hours. Use 'cuadrante' specifically for complex grids showing who works when.
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