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"Colleague" vs. "teammate": exploring workplace bonds
Anwar Kareem 04/10/2024, 14:00English.me team member
What is similar?
Both terms refer to people with whom you collaborate or work alongside in a professional or group setting.
What is different?
A "colleague" typically refers to a fellow employee or professional in a workplace, while a "teammate" refers to a member of a team, which could be in a workplace, sports, or other group settings.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Colleague- I discussed the project with my colleague from the marketing department.
- She is a trusted colleague and has been working in the company for over a decade.
- During the match, each teammate supported one another.
- He is one of the most dedicated teammates on the project team.
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