No. 2,797 in Spanish
oficio
"Oficio" means "trade, job, or occupation."
In a sentence
Mi abuelo aprendió el oficio de carpintero cuando era joven.
My grandfather learned the trade of carpentry when he was young.
In this sentence, 'oficio' refers to a skilled trade or occupation, specifically carpentry, emphasizing an expertise or profession.
La ceremonia concluía con el oficio religioso en la iglesia principal.
The ceremony concluded with the religious service in the main church.
Here, 'oficio' denotes a ceremonial or formal act, specifically a religious service, indicating its purpose within a ritualistic context.
Siempre realizaba sus trabajos con mucho oficio y dedicación.
He always carried out his tasks with much skill and dedication.
In this context, 'oficio' refers to a quality of skillful execution or expertise in performing a task, highlighting competence and craftsmanship.
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