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    Labor (en. Work)

    /ˈla.βoɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Physical or mental effort aimed at an end.
    His work as a teacher is essential for the education of children.
    Su labor como maestro es fundamental para la educación de los niños.
    Work carried out in an organized context.
    Teamwork is essential for the success of the project.
    La labor en equipo es esencial para el éxito del proyecto.
    Work performed in the field or in the factory.
    Work in the field requires a lot of dedication and effort.
    La labor en el campo requiere de mucha dedicación y esfuerzo.

    Etymology

    From Latin labor, laboris, meaning 'work, effort.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hard work
    Intensive effort that requires dedication.
    labor dura
    labor of love
    Work done with care and affection, without expecting a reward.
    labor de amor
    teamwork
    Collaborative work among several people.
    labor en equipo

    Related Words

    worker
    Person who performs a job.
    trabajador
    laborer
    Person who works in manual tasks or in factories.
    obrero
    employment
    Labor relationship between an employee and an employer.
    empleo

    Slang Meanings

    To do the job
    Today I have to do the job to submit the project.
    Hoy tengo que hacer la chamba para entregar el proyecto.
    To catch the vibe
    It took me a while to catch the vibe in this new work.
    Me costó un poco pillar la onda en esta nueva labor.