How to Say "banker" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “banker” is “banquero” — use 'banquero' when referring to someone who owns or is in charge of a bank or financial institution..
banquero
/bahn-KEH-roh//baŋˈkeɾo/
Examples
Mi tío es banquero y trabaja en la ciudad.
My uncle is a banker and works in the city.
El banquero aprobó el préstamo para la nueva casa.
The banker approved the loan for the new house.
Muchos banqueros se reunieron para discutir la crisis económica.
Many bankers met to discuss the economic crisis.
Gendered Profession
This word ends in 'o' for a male banker. If the person is female, you change the ending to 'a' to get 'la banquera'.
Using the 'Personal a'
When a banquero is the person receiving an action in your sentence, add 'a' before them. For example: 'Llamé al banquero' (I called the banker).
Person vs. Place
Mistake: “Voy al banquero para cobrar mi cheque.”
Correction: Voy al banco para cobrar mi cheque.
Teller vs. Banker
Mistake: “Hablé con el banquero en la ventanilla.”
Correction: Hablé con el cajero en la ventanilla.
bancario
/bahn-KAH-ryoh//baŋˈkaɾjo/
Examples
Mi tío es bancario.
My uncle is a bank employee.
Los bancarios están en huelga hoy.
The bank workers are on strike today.
Gender change for people
If you are talking about a woman who works at a bank, change it to 'la bancaria'.
Bancario vs Banquero
Mistake: “El banquero me ayudó con mi depósito.”
Correction: El bancario (or empleado) me ayudó. Use 'banquero' for owners or high-level executives, and 'bancario' for the general profession or staff.
Banquero vs. Bancario
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