| Slang | Meaning | Where It Comes From | Examples | Where People Say It |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| curro | job / work (informal) | Spain, Spanish (colloquial) | “Mi curro es muy duro.” | Mainly Spain |
What Does “Curro” Mean?
Curro means a job or work, but said in a relaxed way. It is commonly used among friends or co-workers when casually talking about where they work.
It may come from Caló (a language used by the Spanish Roma community) and became popular slang over time. Today, many young adults in Spain use it daily.
It’s not rude — just informal.
How People Use Curro In Spanish?
- “Tengo curro.” → I have a job.
- “Busco curro.” → I’m looking for work.
- “Mi curro está lejos.” → My workplace is far away.
Learn More Spanish Slangs from Xaplor.com
Category: Italian Slangs | Espressioni Colloquiali | Category: Gen Z Slangs | Category: Saudia Arabia Slangs | العامية السعودية |
Category: American Slangs | Category: Gen Z Slangs | Category: Swedish Slang | Svensk Slang (SE) |