L’hôte (en. The host)

/lot/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person who receives guests.
The host of the evening prepared a delicious meal.
L’hôte de la soirée a préparé un repas délicieux.
Alternatively, a host can refer to an establishment that welcomes visitors.
This hotel hosts many cultural events.
Cet hôtel est l’hôte de nombreux événements culturels.

Etymology

From Latin 'hospes', meaning 'host' or 'guest'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

host of the evening
A person who organizes a party or event.
hôte de la soirée
to welcome a guest
To host someone at one's home.
accueillir un hôte
the restaurant host
A person who takes care of customers in a restaurant.
l'hôte du restaurant

Related Words

guest
A person who is received by a host.
invité
to welcome
To welcome someone warmly.
accueillir

Slang Meanings

A charismatic person who attracts friends.
He's a real summer host, he always knows how to party.
C'est un vrai l'hôte été, il sait toujours comment faire la fête.
Someone who manages gatherings and events.
He is the host of all our weekends, always ready with games.
Il est l'hôte de tous nos week-ends, toujours prêt avec des jeux.