English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
name Common

Tel

Quiz me More like this

Tel (name) means a nickname for the given name Terry. Example: “His friends just call him Tel.”

name
1
A nickname for the given name Terry.
"His friends just call him Tel."
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like Tel.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Test yourself on “Tel” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage →

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

His friends just call him _____.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Tel” mean?
The word “Tel” means a nickname for the given name Terry.
How do you use “Tel” in a sentence?
Here is “Tel” used in a sentence: “His friends just call him Tel.”
What part of speech is “Tel”?
“Tel” is a name.
Is “Tel” a common word?
“Tel” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Who is called Tel as a nickname?
Tel is an informal, chiefly British nickname for the given name Terry. It is a casual, affectionate shortening used in everyday speech.
What is the difference between Tel and Terry?
Terry is the given name, itself often short for Terence, while Tel is a further informal nickname for Terry. Tel is the more casual and colloquial of the two.
Is Tel a formal name or an informal one?
Tel is an informal nickname rather than a formal given name. In official or formal contexts, the full name Terry or Terence would be used instead.

Featured in