L’hôtel (en. The hotel)
[l‿otel]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Commercial establishment that provides rooms to clients.
We booked a room in a five-star hotel.
Nous avons réservé une chambre dans un hôtel cinq étoiles.
Building where one stays temporarily.
The hotel is located near the beach.
L'hôtel est situé près de la plage.
Establishment that offers dining and entertainment services.
This hotel offers a gourmet restaurant.
Cet hôtel propose un restaurant gastronomique.
Etymology
From Old French 'hostel', originating from Latin 'hospitale', which means 'guest house'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to go to the hotel
Staying in a hotel.
aller à l’hôtel
to book a hotel
Making a reservation for accommodation.
réserver un hôtel
hotel car
Transportation service offered by a hotel.
voiture d’hôtel
Related Words
welcome
Place where guests are received in a hotel.
accueil
room
Accommodation unit in a hotel.
chambre
reception
Reception area where guests check in.
réception
Slang Meanings
Sleep
We're having a sleep at the hotel.
On fait un dodo à l’hôtel.
Palace
This hotel is a real palace!
Cet hôtel est un vrai palace !