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despedir

English translation of despedir

say goodbye

The Spanish term 'despedir' translates to 'say goodbye' in English. It's a verb usually used in the formal or informal departure context. It's also utilized to denote letting someone go from their job. In English contexts, we might use it like 'despedirse de alguien' (to say goodbye to someone) or 'despedir a alguien del trabajo' (to fire someone from his or her job).


Example sentences using: despedir

El jefe decidió despedir a dos empleados por bajo rendimiento.

English translation of El jefe decidió despedir a dos empleados por bajo rendimiento.

The boss decided to dismiss two employees for poor performance.

This phrase illustrates a situation in a workplace where a manager has made the decision to let go of employees due to their inadequate work results.

Voy a despedir a mi asistente porque no cumple con mis expectativas.

English translation of Voy a despedir a mi asistente porque no cumple con mis expectativas.

I am going to fire my assistant because they do not meet my expectations.

In this example, the speaker indicates their intention to terminate the employment of their assistant due to perceived unsatisfactory performance.

La empresa tuvo que despedir a varios trabajadores durante la crisis económica.

English translation of La empresa tuvo que despedir a varios trabajadores durante la crisis económica.

The company had to lay off several workers during the economic crisis.

This phrase refers to a company taking action to reduce its workforce in response to financial difficulties faced during an economic downturn.

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