esperamos trabajar con usted
/espeɾamos tɾabaxaɾ kon usted/from spelling rules
The English phrase "we look forward to working with you" is expressed in Spanish as esperamos trabajar con usted.
This is a polite expression used in professional contexts to say that one is excited about a future collaboration.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase esperamos trabajar con usted literally translates to "we hope to work with you".
Which one should you use?
If you are speaking as an individual rather than on behalf of a team or company, use espero trabajar con usted to say "I look forward to working with you".
How does it change in a sentence?
Using usted makes the phrase formal and appropriate for professional correspondence. If you are addressing a group of people or a company as a whole, use esperamos trabajar con ustedes instead of esperamos trabajar con usted.
When do people say it?
In formal Spanish business letters, quedamos a su disposición (we remain at your disposal) is a common way to conclude a message alongside expressions of looking forward to future contact.
Did you know?
- The word trabajar in your phrase is a distant relative of the English word 'torture'. It originates from the Latin word for a torture instrument, reflecting a historical view of work as a form of torment.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, a professional relationship often requires a transition from usted to tú before a true partnership is felt.
Examples in context
- Estimado Sr. García, esperamos con interés trabajar con usted en el próximo proyecto.Dear Mr. Garcia, we look forward to working with you on the upcoming project.
- Hola Ana, estamos deseando trabajar contigo en el proyecto que mencionaste.Hi Ana, we are looking forward to working with you on the project you mentioned.
- Esperamos trabajar con usted en el nuevo proyecto.We look forward to working with you on the new project.
- Esperamos trabajar con usted muy pronto.We look forward to working with you very soon.
- Es un placer, esperamos trabajar con usted.It is a pleasure, we look forward to working with you.
Example conversation
A formal business meeting via video call.
- MateoMuchas gracias por su tiempo, Sofía.Thank you very much for your time, Sofía.
- SofíaGracias a ustedes, Mateo.Thank you to you both, Mateo.
- MateoEsperamos trabajar con usted en esta alianza.We look forward to working with you in this alliance.
- SofíaIgualmente, será un éxito.Likewise, it will be a success.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries con, trabajar, usted, CC BY-SA 4.0.
