Spanish word of the day: Currar

What does currar mean?

Currar (colloquial verb) — to work. Engaging in an activity, that requires effort, whether physical or intellectual.

Example sentences with currar

• Tengo que currar mañana.

  🧑‍🏭 I have to work tomorrow.

• Me he currado duro para aprobar el examen.

  📝 I worked hard to pass the exam.

• Voy a currar en el restaurante esta noche.

  🍽️ I'm going to work at the restaurant tonight.

Confused about how to conjugate currar? Our conjugation tables can help.

Currar in context

The word currar is a casual way to say "to work" in Spanish, mostly used in Spain, so it's perfect for informal conversations but not for formal settings. For example, you might say, "Mañana tengo que currar temprano" (Tomorrow I have to work early). Stick to “trabajar” in professional or formal contexts. 

Be aware that currar can also mean "to hit" or "to beat" in slang, though this usage is less common. To get comfortable with it, listen to native speakers or watch Spanish shows where slang is used, and practice using it naturally in everyday situations.