Der Hausmeister
Example: Der Hausmeister sorgt dafür, dass das Restaurant sauber bleibt.
Definition
"Der Hausmeister" is the person responsible for maintaining cleanliness, order, and general upkeep in a building, such as a restaurant, ensuring everything runs smoothly and remains in good condition for staff and guests.
Etymology
The word "der Hausmeister" originates from German, combining "Haus" meaning house and "Meister" meaning master or overseer. It literally means 'master of the house,' reflecting the role of someone who manages and takes care of a building. Did you know? This term has been used since the 19th century to describe caretakers or janitors.
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"Der Hausmeister" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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