Payroll check
Spanish: Cheque de nómina
Description
A payroll check is a document issued by an employer to pay an employee for their work. It typically includes the employee's earnings, deductions, and net pay, and is a common method of compensating employees in various industries.
Interpreter Notes
Interpreters should be aware that 'cheque de nómina' is the formal term used in professional contexts. Colloquial alternatives might include 'cheque de pago' in some regions, but these should be avoided in formal interpretations to maintain clarity and professionalism.
Example Sentences
EN: The employee received their payroll check at the end of the month.
ES: El empleado recibió su cheque de nómina a fin de mes.
Common Interpreter Mistakes
Confusing 'cheque de nómina' with 'cheque personal'; misinterpreting 'payroll' as 'pago'; using informal terms in a professional setting.