L'hôtellerie (en. The hotel industry)

/l‿otɛlʁi/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Activity consisting of welcoming clients and providing them with accommodation, often with services such as catering.
Hospitality is a booming sector thanks to tourism.
L'hôtellerie est un secteur en pleine expansion grâce au tourisme.
Establishment where accommodation and catering services are offered.
This hospitality is renowned for its comfortable rooms and excellent service.
Cette hôtellerie est réputée pour ses chambres confortables et son excellent service.

Etymology

The word 'hospitality' comes from the Latin 'hospitāleria' which refers to hospitality.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the hotel industry
The economic sector that encompasses all activities related to hospitality.
l'industrie hôtelière
luxury hospitality
Category of hotels offering high-end services.
hôtellerie de luxe
traditional hospitality
Type of accommodation that adheres to traditional service standards.
hôtellerie traditionnelle

Related Words

a hotel
Establishment that offers rooms for rent.
un hôtel
a receptionist
Person who welcomes guests at the reception of a hotel.
un réceptionniste
a guest
Person who uses the services of a hotel.
un client

Slang Meanings

A place to sleep generously.
We found a cheap hospitality for the night.
On a trouvé une hôtellerie pas chère pour la nuit.
To gather in a lodging place.
We will meet at the hospitality among friends.
On va se retrouver à l'hôtellerie entre amis.