Noun
/kaxeˈɾa/
The word "cajera" refers to a female cashier, someone who is responsible for handling money transactions in various settings, such as supermarkets, banks, and retail stores. The male counterpart of this word is "cajero." It is commonly used in both spoken and written Spanish but tends to appear more frequently in written contexts such as employment listings and official documentation.
La cajera del supermercado siempre es amable.
(The cashier at the supermarket is always friendly.)
Cuando pagué, la cajera me dio el cambio sin contar.
(When I paid, the cashier gave me the change without counting.)
Mi hermana trabaja como cajera en una tienda de ropa.
(My sister works as a cashier in a clothing store.)
While "cajera" itself is not typically part of specific idiomatic expressions, there are relevant phrases that can encapsulate the essence of the role or situations involving cashiers.
A veces siento que soy la cajera de mi amigo, siempre pagando y ayudando.
(Sometimes I feel like I am my friend's cashier, always paying and helping.)
"Estar en la línea de caja"
(To be in the checkout line) – This phrase can indicate waiting for something important, often used in a broader sense.
The term "cajera" comes from the Spanish word "caja," which means "box" or "cash register." The suffix "-era" denotes a profession or a person associated with something. Thus, "cajera" generally means someone who works with the box or cash register.
Synonyms: - Dependienta (Female shop assistant) - Empleada (Employee)
Antonyms: - Cliente (Customer) - Comprador (Buyer)