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    Hospitalité (en. Hospitality)

    /ɔ.spital.i.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The character of a person who is welcoming and generous with their guests.
    The hospitality of the residents of this region is remarkable.
    L'hospitalité des habitants de cette région est remarquable.
    Service that involves receiving and lodging people, often in a professional setting.
    Hotels must demonstrate excellent hospitality towards their clients.
    Les hôtels doivent faire preuve d'une excellente hospitalité envers leurs clients.
    The set of social practices of reception and hospitality.
    Hospitality is a fundamental value in many cultures.
    L'hospitalité est une valeur fondamentale dans beaucoup de cultures.

    Etymology

    The word 'hospitality' comes from the Latin 'hospitalitas', which refers to the welcoming of guests.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    legendary hospitality
    Welcoming people with exceptional warmth.
    hospitalité légendaire
    to show hospitality
    To show a welcoming attitude towards guests.
    faire preuve d'hospitalité
    French-style hospitality
    Reputation for warm and refined hospitality in France.
    hospitalité à la française

    Related Words

    host
    A person who receives guests.
    hôte
    to welcome
    The act of receiving people with kindness.
    accueillir
    friendliness
    A friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
    convivialité

    Slang Meanings

    Warm and spontaneous welcome.
    He has an extremely hospitable welcome; you feel comfortable at his place right away.
    Il a un accueil hyper hospitalier, on se sent tout de suite à l'aise chez lui.
    Being overly generous to the point of neglecting oneself.
    She is so hospitable that she forgets to take care of herself.
    Elle est tellement hospitalière qu'elle en oublie de s'occuper d'elle-même.