el sueldo
salary
Es la cantidad de dinero que una persona recibe regularmente por hacer un trabajo.
Word: sueldo
Meaning:
In Spanish, "sueldo" primarily refers to the salary or wage that a person receives for their work or services. It is the regular payment given by an employer to an employee, usually on a monthly basis.
Parts / Etymology:
The word "sueldo" comes from the Latin solidus, which was a type of Roman coin. Over time, "sueldo" came to refer to the payment or compensation given for labor.
Synonyms:
- Salario
- Remuneración
- Pago
- Retribución
Antonyms:
- Deuda (debt) – as this is money owed rather than paid
- Desempleo (unemployment) – the state of not receiving salary
Additional meanings:
Although less common, "sueldo" can also mean the amount of money set aside or budgeted for a specific purpose.
Summary:
"Sueldo" means the money earned as compensation for work, synonymous with salary or wage. It’s a key term in employment and finance contexts in Spanish.
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Examples
El sueldo ha sido depositado en mi cuenta.noun
The salary has been deposited into my account.
Pidieron aumentar el sueldo para mejorar las condiciones de trabajo.noun
They asked for an increase in salary to improve working conditions.
Mi sueldo apenas alcanza para pagar el alquiler.noun
My salary is barely enough to pay the rent.
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