trabajo infantil
/tɾabaxo infantil/from spelling rules
The English phrase "child labor" is translated into Spanish as trabajo infantil.
Trabajo infantil can be used universally.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of trabajo (work/labor) and infantil (child-related/infantile).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the precise expression Explotación laboral de menores is used to convey the idea of child labor.
How do you pronounce it?
/tɾabaxo infantil/
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly use trabajo de niño instead of the standard term trabajo infantil.
Did you know?
- The root of trabajo is linked to the Latin word tripālium, which was a three-pronged instrument used to torture prisoners.
- In Spanish, the word infante can refer specifically to a prince or princess in certain historical or royal contexts, making the root of infantil feel more regal than one might expect.
- The term infantil shares the same Latin root as the English word 'infant', meaning 'unable to speak'.
Examples in context
- El combate contra el trabajo infantil es crucial para el desarrollo sostenible.The fight against child labor is crucial for sustainable development.
- La protección de los derechos de los niños incluye la erradicación del trabajo infantil.The protection of children's rights includes the eradication of child labor.
- La explotación infantil es un grave problema en muchos países en desarrollo.Child labor is a serious problem in many developing countries.
- En esta comunidad, el trabajo de niños es común debido a la falta de oportunidades educativas.In this community, child labor is common due to the lack of educational opportunities.
- El trabajo infantil es un problema global.Child labor is a global problem.
- Debemos luchar contra el trabajo infantil.We must fight against child labor.
- Muchas leyes prohíben el trabajo infantil.Many laws prohibit child labor.
Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are discussing a news report at a cafe.
- Mateo¿Viste la noticia sobre el trabajo infantil?Did you see the news about child labor?
- ElenaSí, es una situación muy triste.Yes, it is a very sad situation.
- MateoEl trabajo infantil afecta a miles de niños.Child labor affects thousands of children.
- ElenaTenemos que hacer algo para ayudar.We have to do something to help.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries infantil, trabajo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
