Literal Meaning

To cure; to heal

Actual Meaning

To work (Spain)

Context

Used when discussing job tasks or daily work activities in Spain.

Examples

• "Hoy tengo que currar hasta tarde porque hay mucho trabajo que hacer."
• "¿Tienes planes para este fin de semana o solo vas a currar?"
• "Después de currar, me gusta salir a relajarme con amigos."

Tips

• In Spain, 'currar' is often used informally among friends or colleagues when discussing work, so don’t be afraid to use it in casual conversations.
• It can sometimes imply not just working but also the effort put into a task, especially in a relaxed setting.
• When someone mentions they are going to 'currar', it often indicates a busy schedule, so it may help to ask if they want to meet up at a different time.