What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
telegrapher
Example
The telegrapher sent the message to the recipient. [telegrapher: noun]
Example
He worked as a telegrapher for the railway company. [telegrapher: noun]
telegraphist
Example
The telegraphist received the message from the sender. [telegraphist: noun]
Example
She was trained as a telegraphist during her time in the military. [telegraphist: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Telegrapher and telegraphist are both outdated terms and are not commonly used in modern language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between telegrapher and telegraphist?
Neither telegrapher nor telegraphist are considered formal or informal, but rather outdated and historical terms.
