teller
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
a person who works at a bank and helps you with your money, like deposits or withdrawals.
a bank employee who receives and pays out money over the counter. Often used in American English where British English might prefer 'cashier'.
Simple“The bank teller smiled and asked for my identification before cashing the check.”
In context“The head teller managed the daily reconciliation of the vault, ensuring that every transaction recorded by the staff matched the physical currency on hand.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
someone who tells stories or gives information.
a person who recounts or narrates stories, anecdotes, or specific information.
Simple“My grandfather was a wonderful teller of tall tales about his time at sea.”
In context“As a master teller of historical narratives, the author manages to make complex political events feel personal and immediate.”
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
a person who counts the votes in an election.
an official appointed to count votes in a legislative body or during a public election.
Simple“The tellers spent all night counting the paper ballots by hand.”
In context“After the final ballot was cast, the tellers retired to a private room to verify the results under the supervision of independent observers.”
Synonymscounterscrutineer