Filipino · Work & Business
katrabaho
Colleague
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A person you work with.
Example
Mababait ang mga katrabaho ko.
My colleagues are nice.
Etymology
'Katrabaho' combines 'ka-' (a prefix indicating 'one who is with') and 'trabaho' (work), literally translating to 'co-worker'. It reflects the collaborative aspect of work.
How & Where It’s Used
'Katrabaho' is generally used in informal or semi-formal contexts, especially in workplaces, and is recognized widely in both spoken and written forms.