How is the word contratar translated from Spanish to English

English translation
employ
verb
Hire, engage

Tomar a alguien para que trabaje por un pago.

To hire someone to work for a payment.

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  • Es caro contratar a un abogado. — It's expensive to hire a lawyer.

  • ¿Van a contratar a alguien más este año? — Are they going to hire anyone else this year?

  • Si el negocio crece, contrataré a un ayudante. — If the business grows, I will hire an assistant.

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