Usage Note
Banque refers to a financial institution, while the similar-looking banc (bench) is a false friend to watch out for. The adjective bancaire means 'banking' (compte bancaire, bank account). A banquier or banquière is a banker.
Examples
"Elle travaille dans une grande banque."
Natural Translation
She works at a large bank.
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