Also means
postman
Usage Note
Cartero derives from carta (letter) and refers to the person who delivers mail. The feminine form is cartera, though cartera also means 'wallet' or 'briefcase', so context matters. In Latin America cartero is used across most countries.
Examples
"El cartero dejó un paquete en la puerta."
Natural Translation
The mail carrier left a package at the door.
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