telephonist

• Pessoa que opera uma central telefônica, geralmente em um escritório ou hotel, ajudando quem liga a se conectar à pessoa ou ao setor desejado. Também se refere ao profissional que realiza ou atende chamadas telefônicas.

A person who operates a telephone switchboard, typically in an office or hotel, assisting callers in connecting to the desired person or department.

1. Switchboard operatorB2formalbritish

   A person who operates a telephone switchboard, connecting callers to the appropriate extensions or lines.

   Telefonista

   • The telephonist connected my call to the sales department.
   • She worked as a telephonist for the hotel for many years.
   • The telephonist handled hundreds of calls during the emergency.

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