Meaning
To be employed for less than the standard number of hours.
Cultural Background
In Spain, the term 'media jornada' is extremely common in daily speech. In Mexico, 'medio tiempo' is the preferred term for part-time work.
Regional variation
Remember to use 'medio tiempo' in Latin America and 'media jornada' in Spain for a more natural sound.
Meaning
To be employed for less than the standard number of hours.
Regional variation
Remember to use 'medio tiempo' in Latin America and 'media jornada' in Spain for a more natural sound.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Yo _________ a tiempo parcial.
First person singular conjugation of 'trabajar'.
Which is correct?
Select the correct phrase.
The correct preposition is 'a'.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesYo _________ a tiempo parcial.
First person singular conjugation of 'trabajar'.
Select the correct phrase.
The correct preposition is 'a'.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt is neutral. It works in both interviews and casual chats.
No, always use 'a'.
Related Phrases
Tiempo completo
contrastFull-time
Media jornada
synonymHalf-day/part-time
Medio tiempo
synonymHalf-time
