la jornada
the workday
Example Sentence
La jornada termina tarde, pero comemos juntos.
The workday ends late, but we eat together.
Meaning
La jornada is the workday or the work shift, focusing on the span of working time (start to finish). It is common in workplace and HR contexts.
Common Phrases
- la jornada laboral — the working day / work schedule
- jornada completa — full-time schedule
Example
En mi empresa, la jornada empieza a las ocho.
At my company, the workday starts at eight.
Common Mistake
Using the wrong article: say la jornada, not el jornada.