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    Accueil (en. Welcome)

    /akɛj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The act of receiving someone.
    The reception at the airport was warm.
    L'accueil à l'aéroport était chaleureux.
    A group of people who welcome.
    The reception of visitors is handled by the staff.
    L'accueil des visiteurs est pris en charge par le personnel.
    Place where the reception takes place.
    The reception desk is on the right as you enter.
    Le bureau d'accueil se trouve à droite en entrant.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'accollere', composed of 'ad-' (to) and 'collere' (to receive).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a warm reception
    To receive someone with warmth and cordiality.
    faire bon accueil
    warm welcome
    A very friendly and welcoming reception.
    accueil chaleureux
    welcome at the reception
    A phrase often used to greet visitors.
    bienvenue à l'accueil

    Related Words

    to welcome
    To receive someone with friendliness.
    accueillir
    welcomed
    Who has been received or welcomed.
    accueilli
    reception
    The act of receiving or welcoming.
    réception

    Slang Meanings

    To have a good reception, to be well received.
    He had a great reception at his friends' place.
    Il a eu un super accueil chez ses amis.
    Reserved, cold reception.
    His reception was lacking, he didn’t seem happy.
    Son accueil était limite, il n'avait pas l'air content.