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to work
01
trabajar
to do certain physical or mental activities in order to achieve a result or as a part of our job
Intransitive
Example
She works passionately to make a difference in the world.
They work hard to meet the deadline.
They ca n't work if the internet is down.
1.1
trabajar
to use or manage a particular thing in order to achieve something from it
Transitive: to work sth
Example
They work a large territory as sales representatives.
They work the field to grow wheat and other grains.
He worked his connections to secure a job offer.
1.2
hacer trabajar
to cause oneself or someone else to work, particularly extremely hard
Transitive: to work sb
Example
He works himself to the point of exhaustion.
She worked her students rigorously to prepare them for the exam.
They worked the horses tirelessly to plow the field.
02
trabajar
to do a job or task, usually for a company or organization, in order to receive money
Transitive: to work for sb/sth | to work in sth | to work with sb/sth
Linking Verb: to work as sb
Example
Both of my siblings work full-time jobs.
He works for a marketing agency.
He works as a teacher in a high school.
03
funcionar
(of a machine or device) to operate or function properly
Intransitive
Example
The heater works by natural gas or electricity.
The computer is working perfectly now.
The recycling process works by breaking down materials and reusing them.
3.1
funcionar
to cause a device, machine, etc. to be in operation
Transitive: to work sth
Example
He worked the lever to lift the heavy object.
I ca n't get the printer to work.
Do you know how to work the sewing machine?
04
trabajar
to change the form or shape of a material into a certain form or shape by hitting, stretching, squeezing, etc.
Transitive: to work sth
Example
Work the leather into a purse.
Work the glass into a vase by blowing air into it.
He is working the dough to make bread.
4.1
trabajar
to use a particular material to produce or craft a form of art
Transitive: to work with sth | to work in sth
Example
A jewelry maker working with gold to create a necklace.
05
funcionar
to have the result that is desired
Intransitive
Example
The therapy sessions are n't working for me.
The medicine worked and my headache went away.
His solution worked, and they resolved the problem.
5.1
trabajar por
to make efforts in order to gain something
Example
The organization is working to raise awareness about the issue.
She is working to improve her language skills.
They committed themselves to working for animal rights.
5.2
funcionar
to have a specific impact
Linking Verb: to work in a specific manner
Example
The new schedule works well for everyone on the team.
Your lack of experience can work against you in this job.
Loyalty works both ways in a partnership.
06
abrirse camino, moverse
to move or pass from a particular position to another gradually or with difficulty
Complex Transitive: to work sth through sth
Example
The ship slowly worked its way through the dense fog.
Work the paintbrush from top to bottom to avoid streaks.
I had to work my way through the crowd to get to the stage.
6.1
moverse
(of a part of face or body) to move violently
Intransitive
Example
The cat 's tail worked back and forth as it watched the bird outside.
His face was red and his mouth was working as he struggled to control his temper.
He saw the ghostly figure appear before him, his mouth working as he tried to scream but no sound came out.
07
ponerse
to cause oneself or someone else to be in a particular emotional state
Complex Transitive: to work sb into sth
Example
He worked himself into a rage when he found out about the betrayal.
She worked herself into a frenzy trying to finish the project before the deadline.
The news of the approaching hurricane worked the residents into a state of panic.
7.1
trabajarse, convencer
to use one's persuasiveness to manipulate or influence someone's emotions or behavior
Transitive: to work sb/sth
Example
The politician worked the crowd with his passionate speeches.
The movie director worked the actors to evoke the desired emotions in the scene.
The salesperson worked his charm to convince the customer to buy the expensive product.
Work
01
trabajo
activity that requires physical or mental effort
Example
Manual work, such as construction or carpentry, requires strength and skill.
His volunteer work at the local shelter is deeply fulfilling.
The research team presented their findings at the conference after months of meticulous work.
02
trabajo
something that we do regularly to earn money
Example
During the summer break, she took up work as a tour guide.
He 's looking for part-time work to supplement his income.
She 's passionate about her work as a nurse.
03
obra
a painting, piece of music or book that is produced by a painter, musician, or writer
Example
Each work in the artist 's collection tells a unique story.
The gallery displayed an early work of the artist, showcasing her evolution over the years.
Her latest work, a gripping thriller novel, is a best-seller.
04
trabajo, oficina
a place where work is done
05
trabajo, estudio
applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading)
06
trabajo, obra
(physics) a manifestation of energy; the transfer of energy from one physical system to another expressed as the product of a force and the distance through which it moves a body in the direction of that force
07
trabajo, obra
tasks, documents, or projects that a person is currently engaged in or working on
Ejemplo
She works passionately to make a difference in the world.
They work hard to meet the deadline.
They can't work if the internet is down.
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