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teller

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈtɛlər/

KK: /ˈtɛlɚ/

noun
Definition

A person who works at a bank and handles money transactions, such as receiving deposits and giving out cash.


Example

The teller helped me deposit my paycheck into my account.


Conversation
Sloth A
I went to the bank today and the teller was really helpful.
Sloth B
That's great! Did you manage to solve your issue?
Sloth A
Yes, she helped me open a new account without any hassle.
Sloth B
Nice! A good teller can make such a difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
narrator
banker
countess
Antonyms
listener
voter
depositor
Root Explanation

**Teller** → The word 'teller' originates from Old English 'tellan', meaning to count or to tell. It refers to a person who counts or tells, particularly in the context of financial transactions or storytelling.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'counts' or 'tells' information — that's why a teller is a person who tells or counts, especially in a bank.

Visually Confused Words
coteller
yeller
toller
tiller
telfer
taller
seller
peller
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