estate-agent
Translation
real estate agent, realtor
Examples
We contacted an estate-agent to sell our house.
We contacted a real estate agent to sell our house.
The estate-agent showed us several flats to rent.
The real estate agent showed us several apartments to rent.
Grammar Patterns
a real estate agent a person whose job is to sell and rent out houses, apartments, etc. We need to find a good real estate agent.
Similar Words
Synonyms: real estate agent, realtor, property agent
Etymology
From 'estate' (property) and 'agent' (one who acts on behalf of another). In the US, 'real estate agent' is more common.
Memory Tips
An 'agent' who deals with 'real estate'.