Today’s Spanish word of the day is “jefe” in the masculine form, or “jefa” in the feminine form.
It’s a noun meaning “boss”, “manager” or “chief”.
The word comes from Old French chief, which is also the root of the English words “chef” and “chief”.
Example sentences
La jefa llegó en motocicleta a la oficina.
The boss arrived at the office on a motorcycle.
El jefe de la expedición decidió seguir explorando a pesar de la tormenta.
The leader of the expedition decided to keep exploring despite the storm.
El jefe está en una reunión.
The boss is in a meeting.
La jefa adoptó un perro callejero y lo trae al trabajo.
The boss adopted a stray dog and brings it to work.
Cada viernes, el jefe organiza karaoke en la oficina.
Every Friday, the boss organizes karaoke in the office.
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