Business Spanish

Office Vocabulary in Spanish

Romanic language originating in the Iberian Peninsula

Romanic language originating in the Iberian Peninsula.

In any professional setting, it's crucial to know the right vocabulary to communicate effectively. This is especially true when working in a Spanish-speaking environment. This article will cover common office items, job titles, and tasks in Spanish.

Common Office Items

Let's start with some common items you might find in an office:

  • Desk: El escritorio
  • Chair: La silla
  • Computer: La computadora
  • Printer: La impresora
  • Telephone: El teléfono
  • File: El archivo
  • Pen: El bolígrafo
  • Paper: El papel
  • Stapler: La grapadora
  • Envelope: El sobre

Job Titles and Positions

Next, let's look at some common job titles and positions:

  • Boss: El jefe / La jefa
  • Manager: El gerente / La gerente
  • Employee: El empleado / La empleada
  • Colleague: El colega / La colega
  • Intern: El becario / La becaria
  • Human Resources: Los recursos humanos
  • Sales: Las ventas
  • Marketing: El marketing

Office Tasks and Responsibilities

Finally, let's learn how to describe common office tasks and responsibilities:

  • To work: Trabajar
  • To write a report: Escribir un informe
  • To send an email: Enviar un correo electrónico
  • To make a phone call: Hacer una llamada telefónica
  • To attend a meeting: Asistir a una reunión
  • To give a presentation: Dar una presentación
  • To meet a deadline: Cumplir con un plazo

By familiarizing yourself with these words and phrases, you'll be well-equipped to navigate a Spanish-speaking office environment. Practice using them in sentences to help cement them in your memory.