período de prueba
/peɾiodo de pɾweba/from spelling rules
The English phrase "probationary period" is translated into Spanish as período de prueba.
The phrase período de prueba is used in both formal employment contracts and everyday professional conversation to describe the initial trial period of a new job.
Meaning: probationary period (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of período (period), de (of) and prueba (trial/test).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the phrase Período de adaptación is often used to emphasize the adaptation process. In some Latin American countries, Período de prueba y evaluación is utilized to highlight the evaluation aspect.
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, only the word período is changed to períodos. Note that the word periodo can be written with or without an accent on the i depending on specific regional orthographic preferences, though both are accepted.
How do you pronounce it?
/peɾiodo de pɾweba/
Did you know?
- The word prueba is a 'deverbal', meaning it was formed from the verb probar, which means 'to try' or 'to taste'.
- In Spanish legal contexts, a período de prueba may allow an employer to terminate a contract without the typical notice period required for permanent staff.
- The word prueba can also mean 'clue' or 'evidence' in a legal or investigative context, showing its versatility beyond 'test'.
Examples in context
- Para poder optar a un contrato permanente, debes superar el período de prueba laboral con éxito.In order to be eligible for a permanent contract, you must successfully complete the probationary period.
- ¿Cuánto dura la prueba en tu nuevo trabajo?How long is the probationary period at your new job?
- Mi amiga está en su prueba en el hospital. Espero que la contraten de forma permanente.My friend is on her probationary period at the hospital. I hope she gets hired permanently.
- Aún estoy en mi período de prueba.I am still in my probationary period.
- El período de prueba dura tres meses.The probationary period lasts three months.
- Tengo que superar el período de prueba.I have to pass the probationary period.
Example conversation
Daniel is asking Elena about her new job.
- Daniel¿Cómo te va en el nuevo trabajo?How is it going at your new job?
- ElenaBien, pero sigo en mi período de prueba.Good, but I am still in my probationary period.
- DanielNo te preocupes, lo harás muy bien.Don't worry, you will do very well.
- ElenaGracias, Daniel, espero que sí.Thanks, Daniel, I hope so.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, período, prueba, CC BY-SA 4.0.
