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Teller: meaning, definitions and examples

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teller

 

[ หˆtษ›lษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bank employee

A teller is a bank employee who deals directly with customers, performing various monetary transactions. They usually assist customers with deposits, withdrawals, and other banking services. Tellers are the frontline representatives of the bank, and their duties can also include processing checks and providing account information. In some cases, tellers may also sell financial products and services.

Synonyms

bank clerk, banker, cashier.

Examples of usage

  • The teller helped me deposit my paycheck.
  • I asked the teller about the bank's loan options.
  • She worked as a teller for five years before becoming a manager.
Context #2 | Noun

story narrator

In a broader sense, a teller can refer to someone who tells a story or recounts events. This usage often appears in literature or oral traditions, where a teller engages an audience with their narrative style. The role of the teller is crucial in preserving and sharing stories across generations.

Synonyms

narrator, recounting, storyteller.

Examples of usage

  • The storyteller was a talented teller of ancient myths.
  • As a teller, she captivated the audience with her vivid descriptions.
  • He was known as a great teller of tales in his village.

Translations

Translations of the word "teller" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caixa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅˆเคธเคพ เคฆเฅ‡เคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kassierer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kasir

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐัะธั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kasjer

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต teller

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท caissier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cajero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kasiyer

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ„์‚ฐ์›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู…ูŠู† ุงู„ุตู†ุฏูˆู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pokladnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pokladnรญk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‡บ็บณๅ‘˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ blagajnik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kassamann

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐััะธั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒกแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kassir

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cajero

Etymology

The word 'teller' originates from the Old English term 'tellan', which means 'to count, to recount'. This term can be traced further back to the Proto-Germanic '*talลnฤ…', meaning 'to tell' or 'to count'. Over time, the meaning of the word evolved, with uses in Middle English emerging around the 14th century. In the context of banking, the role of a teller as a financial clerk developed with the establishment of banks in the 17th century, as these institutions required personnel to handle monetary transactions. The dual meaning of 'teller' as someone who conveys information or stories has persisted, highlighting the word's versatility. Throughout history, the teller has played a crucial role in both financial and cultural contexts, bridging the gap between information and communication.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,200, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.