Laboral (en. Labor)

/la.βoˈɾal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which belongs to or is related to work.
Labor conditions must be fair.
Las condiciones laborales deben ser justas.
Referring to the exercise and regulation of work.
Improvements are being made in labor legislation.
Se están llevando a cabo mejoras en la legislación laboral.
Related to the process of employment and occupation.
The labor market is constantly changing.
El mercado laboral está en constante cambio.

Etymology

It originates from the Latin 'laboralis', which means 'related to work'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

labor rights
A set of rules that protect workers.
derechos laborales
labor relations
Interactions between employers and employees.
relaciones laborales
labor conditions
Circumstances in which work is performed.
condiciones laborales

Related Words

work
Activity performed to obtain a benefit.
trabajo
employee
A person who works for another in exchange for a salary.
empleado
employment contract
A formal agreement between employee and employer.
contrato laboral

Slang Meanings

Job
I am looking for a job in marketing.
Estoy buscando chamba en el área de marketing.
Work
I have to go to work at 9 am.
Tengo que ir al laburo a las 9 am.