The youth hostel
Example: Youth hostel offers budget accommodation for young travelers
Definition
"The youth hostel" refers to an affordable accommodation option primarily designed for young travelers, providing basic lodging facilities often with shared rooms and communal areas to encourage social interaction and budget-friendly stays.
Etymology
The term "the youth hostel" combines "youth," referring to young people, and "hostel," which originates from the Old French word 'hostel,' meaning a place that provides lodging. Youth hostels were established in the early 20th century to offer inexpensive accommodation specifically aimed at young travelers seeking adventure and cultural exchange.
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"The youth hostel" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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