Autónomo
Example: El trabajador autónomo gestiona su propio horario y clientes.
Definition
"Autónomo" refers to a self-employed person who independently manages their work schedule and clients without being under an employer's control. It describes someone who operates their own business or profession with a high degree of personal freedom and responsibility.
Etymology
The word "autónomo" comes from the Greek roots 'auto-' meaning 'self' and '-nomos' meaning 'law' or 'custom.' It literally means 'self-law' or 'self-governing,' reflecting the independence of a person who works on their own terms. Did you know this term highlights personal autonomy in work life?
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"Autónomo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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