Aloja (en. Hosts)
/aˈlox.a/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Place where accommodation is provided, generally to tourists or travelers.
The accommodation we stayed in had an impressive view of the sea.
La aloja en la que nos quedamos tenía una vista impresionante al mar.
Space where something is stored.
The document storage is located in the archives room.
La aloja de documentos se encuentra en la sala de archivos.
Enclosure or place intended for the stay of people.
The accommodation was designed to receive large groups of students.
La aloja fue diseñada para recibir grupos grandes de estudiantes.
Etymology
From Latin 'alojāre', which means to provide a place where someone can stay.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to stay in
To make use of a place to stay temporarily.
alojarse en
to host
To receive or provide accommodation for someone.
alojar a
to have accommodation
To have a place where to stay.
tener alojamiento
Related Words
accommodation
The action of hosting or the condition of being hosted.
alojamiento
host
Person who provides accommodation.
alojador
tourist accommodation
Space intended to receive tourists.
alojamiento turístico
Slang Meanings
To stay informally at friends' houses.
I’m going to stay at some friends' this weekend.
Voy a aloja con unos amigos este fin de semana.
To be in a comfortable and worry-free situation.
At this party, we are all very comfortable.
En esta fiesta, todos estamos muy aloja.