SlangMeaningWhere It Comes FromExamplesWhere People Say It
currarto work (slang verb)Spain, Spanish (colloquial)“Mañana tengo que currar.”Mainly Spain

What Does “Currar” Mean?

Currar is the verb form of curro, meaning to work. It is casual and used in everyday speech by workers, students with part-time jobs, and anyone talking about working.

It can also express hard work, especially when someone is tired or stressed.

Paired with “curro,” it creates a natural slang combo:

“Tengo curro y tengo que currar.”
I’ve got a job and I have to work.

How People Use Currar In Spanish?

  • “Hoy no quiero currar.” → I don’t want to work today.
  • “Curramos hasta muy tarde.” → We worked until very late.
  • “¿Dónde curras?” → Where do you work?

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