el jefe

The Spanish word "jefe" means "boss" or "chief" in English. It is a noun used to refer to a person who has authority or control over a group, organization, or workplace.

Meaning

1. Person in charge: Someone who commands or supervises others, such as the head of a department or leader of a team.
2. Leader or chief: More broadly, it can refer to the leader of any group or organization, including informal groups.

Parts of the word

• It is a simple noun without prefixes or suffixes at a glance; "jefe" itself stems from Old French and Latin roots related to leadership.

Spanish synonyms

• líder (leader)
• capitán (captain)
• director (director)
• supervisor (supervisor)
• patrón (boss, owner - often in a work context)
• gerente (manager)

Spanish antonyms

• subordinado (subordinate)
• empleado (employee)
• inferior (inferior, lower rank)

Additional notes

• "Jefe" is often used in workplaces but can also appear in informal situations (e.g., a gang leader: jefe de la banda).
• The feminine form is "jefa" for a female boss or chief.