De receptie
Example: De receptie van het hotel is 24 uur per dag open.
Definition
"De receptie" refers to the reception area or desk in a hotel or hospitality setting where guests are welcomed, checked in, and provided with information or assistance. It typically operates as the main point of contact between guests and hotel staff.
Etymology
The word "de receptie" comes from the Latin 'receptio,' meaning 'a receiving' or 'welcome.' It entered Dutch via French, retaining its meaning related to receiving guests or visitors. Did you know that the term originally referred to the act of receiving and was later adapted to mean the place where this occurs?
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"De receptie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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