De lobby
Example: We wachten in de lobby van het hotel op de taxi.
Definition
"De lobby" refers to the entrance hall or waiting area in a hotel or similar establishment, where guests can relax or wait. It is typically a spacious and welcoming place just inside the main door, serving as a transition area before entering other parts of the building.
Etymology
The word "de lobby" comes from the English term 'lobby,' which originally referred to a corridor or anteroom before a larger room or building. It entered Dutch usage through hospitality and architectural contexts, maintaining its meaning as a reception or waiting area. Did you know? The word 'lobby' itself traces back to the Latin 'lobia,' meaning covered walk or portico.
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"De lobby" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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