Anfitriones (en. Hosts)

/an-fi-trio-nes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who receives guests in their home or at an event.
The hosts of the event made sure that everyone felt comfortable.
Los anfitriones del evento se aseguraron de que todos se sintieran cómodos.
A person responsible for organizing a program or activity.
The hosts of the television show are very charismatic.
Los anfitriones del programa de televisión son muy carismáticos.
A person who offers food and drink to their guests.
As good hosts, they offered a feast at the celebration.
Como buenos anfitriones, ofrecieron un banquete en la celebración.

Etymology

The term 'host' comes from the mythological character Amphitryon, who is a king of Thebes.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To play host
To be the person in charge of welcoming guests.
hacer de anfitrión
Host of the party
Person who organizes a party or social gathering.
anfitrión de la fiesta
To be a good host
To provide excellent hospitality to guests.
ser un buen anfitrión

Related Words

Accommodation
Action of providing lodging to someone.
hospedaje
Hospitality
Quality of being welcoming to visitors.
hospitalidad
Guest
A person who is received in another's home.
invitado

Slang Meanings

Homeowner
That party was great, the homeowner was a good host.
Esa fiesta fue genial, el dueño de casa fue un buen anfitrión.
The one who organizes
At dinner, the one who organizes everything is always the host.
En la cena, el que organiza todo siempre es el anfitrión.