Hospitality Industry Terminology

noun adjustment or adaptation

• The hotel offers luxurious accommodation for its guests.
• We found a cozy Airbnb for our weekend getaway.
• I crashed at my friend's place for the night.
• Learning to adapt to different cultures is a form of mental accommodation.

adjective a term used to describe someone who is friendly, pleasant, and easy to talk to

• The CEO is known for his affable demeanor when interacting with employees.
• My neighbor is so affable, always willing to lend a hand.
• I love hanging out with Jake, he's just so affable!
• The sun's affable warmth enveloped us as we lounged on the beach.

noun a place where alcoholic beverages, especially ale, are served

• The alehouse was a popular gathering spot for the local townspeople.
• Let's meet up at the alehouse for a drink after work.
• I heard the new alehouse in town is lit!
• The old abandoned building was like a ghostly alehouse, filled with memories of the past.

noun a desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place

• The hotel offers a wide range of amenities including a gym, spa, and business center.
• The apartment complex has great amenities like a pool and BBQ area.
• I love staying at that hotel because the amenities are off the chain!
• Education is the best amenity a person can have in life.

noun a person who is present at a specific event or location to provide assistance or service

adjective accompanying or attending as a circumstance or result

• The flight attendant ensured all passengers were seated and buckled in before takeoff.
• The attendant at the gas station was really friendly and helpful.
• I asked the attendant at the store if they had any more in the back.
• The attendant of chaos seemed to follow him wherever he went.

noun a companion or partner in bed

• I prefer to have a separate room rather than sharing it with a bedmate.
• My bedmate always steals the covers in the middle of the night.
• I can't believe my bedmate snored all night long!
• The fear of failure was like a constant bedmate, keeping me awake at night.

verb to make a great effort, especially in order to help or please someone

• The company is willing to bend over backwards to accommodate their clients' needs.
• I'll bend over backwards to help you with your project.
• She really bent over backwards to impress her crush.
• Sometimes you have to bend over backwards to reach your goals.

noun a reservation or arrangement for a service or event

verb the act of making a reservation or arrangement for a service or event

• The booking for the conference room has been confirmed for next Monday.
• I made a booking for dinner at that new restaurant downtown.
• Let's make a booking at that cool spot for the party.
• Making a booking with a therapist could help you work through your issues.

noun a male servant in a large house or estate whose duties include maintaining the household and serving meals

• The butler greeted the guests at the door and escorted them to the dining room.
• The butler always knows how to make a mean martini for the party.
• I heard the butler is the real MVP of this place, always fixing things behind the scenes.
• In a way, our immune system is like the butler of our body, always working to keep things in order.

verb to provide what is wanted or needed by someone or something

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• The hotel's restaurant is known for its ability to cater to a wide range of dietary restrictions.
• I always make sure to cater to everyone's tastes when hosting a party.
• The new food truck really knows how to cater to the late-night crowd.
• The company's marketing strategy is designed to cater to the needs of younger consumers.

noun the act of providing food and drink for events

verb to provide food and drink for a social event or gathering

• The catering company will cater the event with a variety of delicious dishes.
• I heard that the new restaurant in town can cater for large groups too.
• I'm craving some tacos, let's cater from that Mexican place down the street.
• The teacher always tries to cater to the different learning styles of her students.

noun a person who prepares food for eating

verb to prepare food by combining, mixing, and heating ingredients

• The chef will cook a five-course meal for the gala event.
• I can cook up some pasta for dinner if you'd like.
• Let's cook some burgers on the grill for the barbecue.
• She knows how to cook up a plan to get what she wants.

noun the quality of being friendly, warm, and polite

• The cordiality of their conversation was evident to all those present.
• Despite their differences, there was a sense of cordiality between them.
• They had a real chill vibe going on, full of cordiality.
• The cordiality between the two countries was like a warm embrace after years of conflict.

adjective showing or expressing respect and high regard

• The intern showed deferential respect towards her supervisor during the meeting.
• He was always deferential towards his elders, never speaking out of turn.
• She acted all deferential around the boss, trying to suck up to him.
• The artist's deferential brush strokes paid homage to the great masters of the past.

noun a small store selling high-quality foods, wines, and cheeses, typically of European origin

• I purchased some gourmet cheeses and meats from the delicatessen for the party.
• I grabbed a sandwich from the deli for lunch.
• Let's pick up some snacks from the deli for the road trip.
• The delicatessen of life offers a variety of experiences to savor.

• The garden party was a delightful event filled with music and laughter.
• I had a delightful time at the beach with my friends yesterday.
• That new restaurant is absolutely delightful - you have to try it!
• Her performance on stage was a delightful dance of emotions.

verb to exit or disembark from an aircraft

• Passengers are kindly asked to wait until the aircraft has come to a complete stop before they deplane.
• Hey, let's wait for everyone else to deplane before we get off the plane.
• I can't wait to deplane and stretch my legs after that long flight.
• It was a relief to finally deplane from the stressful situation and move on.

noun a question or request for information

verb to ask for information or investigate

• Customers often enquire about our return policy before making a purchase.
• Feel free to enquire with the receptionist if you have any questions.
• If you're curious about something, just shoot me an enquire.
• She enquired into the depths of his soul with her piercing gaze.

noun a secure or snug place

verb to settle securely or snugly

• The CEO was ensconced in his office, deep in thought about the company's next strategic move.
• She ensconced herself on the couch with a good book and a cup of tea.
• The group of friends ensconced themselves at their favorite hangout spot for the evening.
• The old castle was ensconced in mystery and legend, with tales of ghosts haunting its halls.

noun a place, amenity, or piece of equipment provided for a particular purpose

• The company invested in state-of-the-art facilities to improve productivity.
• The school has great facilities for students to use.
• This gym has top-notch facilities for working out.
• Her mind had the facilities to comprehend complex concepts easily.

noun the money a passenger on public transportation has to pay

verb to perform in a specified way in a particular situation or over a particular period

• The fare for the train ride was quite expensive.
• I heard the fare for the concert is really reasonable.
• I can't believe the fare for that taxi ride was so high!
• She knew she had to pay the fare for her actions.

noun a place near a fireplace or hearth where people gather for warmth and comfort

• The family gathered around the fireside to stay warm during the winter evening.
• Let's cozy up by the fireside and roast some marshmallows.
• I love chillin' by the fireside with a good book.
• Her words were like a comforting fireside on a cold night.

noun a person who is on good terms with another

adjective showing kindness or goodwill

• The hotel staff were very friendly and accommodating during my stay.
• My neighbor is super friendly and always says hi whenever we see each other.
• I met this really cool and friendly dude at the party last night.
• The sun greeted us with its friendly rays as we started our hike.

noun the quality of being friendly, cheerful, and kind

• The geniality of the host made the guests feel welcome and comfortable.
• I always enjoy hanging out with Sarah because of her geniality.
• His geniality is off the charts - he can make anyone smile.
• The geniality of the old tree provided shade and shelter to all the animals in the forest.

noun the place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household

adjective relating to the place where one lives or the place that is considered as one's own

• After a long day at work, I finally arrived at my humble abode, my home.
• I can't wait to go back to my place and relax, it's the best feeling being home.
• I'm gonna crash at my crib tonight, can't wait to be home sweet home.
• The new library felt like a second home to me, a place where I truly belonged.

noun the state or quality of being jolly or cheerful; festive spirit or joy

• The ballroom was filled with jollity as guests danced and laughed.
• Everyone was in high spirits, full of jollity at the family reunion.
• The party was lit, pure jollity all around.
• The jollity of the holiday season spread warmth and joy to all who celebrated.

noun A woman who is the owner or manager of a lodging establishment, such as a hotel or apartment building.

• The landlady informed us that rent would be increasing next month.
• Our landlady is really nice and always fixes things quickly when they break.
• The landlady is pretty chill, she doesn't mind if we have friends over late.
• The landlady of the building is like a guardian, always looking out for us tenants.

noun a place to live or stay, typically temporarily

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• The hotel offers comfortable lodging for guests visiting the city.
• We found a cozy lodging for our weekend getaway.
• Let's crash at our friend's lodging for the night.
• His mind found lodging in the memories of his childhood home.

noun the state of being occupied or in use

• The hotel's occupancy rate has been steadily increasing over the past few months.
• The occupancy of the office building is almost at full capacity.
• We need to keep an eye on the occupancy of the party venue to make sure we don't exceed the limit.
• The occupancy of my mind with worries is preventing me from focusing on my work.

noun A person, typically a young male, who performs various tasks in an office setting such as running errands, making copies, and answering phones.

• The office boy is responsible for delivering mail and running errands for the executives.
• Hey, can you ask the office boy to bring us some coffee?
• The office boy always knows the latest gossip in the office.
• He may be the office boy, but he's the one who really runs the show behind the scenes.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to indicate whether a noun is specific or unspecific

• As a gesture of goodwill, the restaurant offered us a complimentary dessert on the house.
• The bartender gave us a round of shots on the house for being regular customers.
• The server hooked us up with some extra fries on the house.
• The company decided to cover the cost of the team building retreat, so it was essentially on the house.

noun the quality of being polite; showing consideration and respect for others

• Politeness is a key aspect of professional communication in the workplace.
• Using politeness can help avoid unnecessary conflicts in everyday interactions.
• Being polite is just common courtesy, you know?
• Politeness is like a shield that protects relationships from harm.

noun The action or process of receiving something

• The reception for the new CEO was held in the grand ballroom of the hotel.
• The reception for the new teacher was a casual gathering in the school cafeteria.
• The reception for the party was lit, everyone had a great time.
• The novel received a mixed reception from critics and readers alike.

noun the action of reserving something

• I would like to make a reservation for two at your restaurant for this Saturday evening.
• Hey, can you book a table for me and my friend at that new restaurant on Friday night?
• I need to snag a spot at that popular brunch place for Sunday morning.
• Making a reservation in advance is like securing your spot in line for a popular event.

noun a place that is a popular destination for vacations or recreation

verb to turn to and adopt (a strategy or course of action) so as to resolve a difficult situation

• The resort offers a wide range of amenities and activities for guests to enjoy.
• Let's book a weekend getaway at the resort by the beach.
• I heard the resort is lit, we should definitely check it out.
• In times of stress, nature is my resort for finding peace and tranquility.

noun a room equipped with washing and toilet facilities for use by employees or visitors

• Please make sure to use the designated rest room facilities provided.
• Hey, do you know where the rest room is around here?
• I gotta hit up the rest room real quick.
• Sometimes a quiet moment in the rest room is all I need to gather my thoughts.

noun a tavern or inn located on a road outside of a town or city, typically providing food, drink, and lodging for travelers

• The roadhouse is a popular stop for weary travelers along the highway.
• Let's grab a bite to eat at the roadhouse on our way to the beach.
• I heard the roadhouse serves up some killer burgers.
• The old abandoned building looked like a haunted roadhouse from a horror movie.

noun a hard outer covering or case of an animal or plant

verb to pay or spend money, especially a large amount

• The company had to shell out a significant amount of money to settle the lawsuit.
• I had to shell out some cash to get my car fixed.
• I'm not shelling out for that expensive concert ticket.
• Sometimes you have to shell out your time and effort to achieve your goals.

noun a period of remaining in a place

verb to remain in a specific place for an extended period of time

• I kindly ask that you stay for the entire duration of the meeting.
• Hey, do you want to stay over for dinner tonight?
• I'm gonna stay at my friend's place for the weekend.
• No matter what challenges come our way, we must stay strong and persevere.

noun a person who manages or looks after something, such as a steward on a plane or ship

verb to act as a steward, to manage or oversee something

• The steward on the plane ensured that all passengers were comfortable during the flight.
• The steward at the party made sure everyone had a drink in hand.
• The steward at the concert was handing out freebies to the fans.
• As a teacher, I see myself as a steward of knowledge, guiding my students towards success.

adjective bad-tempered and unfriendly; sullen and rude in manner

• The surly customer refused to speak to the manager.
• Why is he always so surly in the mornings?
• Don't be so surly, dude. Chill out.
• The storm clouds gathered, casting a surly shadow over the town.

noun a person who solicits business or employment in a persistent and annoying way

verb attempt to sell (something), typically by pestering people in an aggressive or bold manner

• The company decided to tout their new product at the industry conference.
• She always touts that restaurant as the best in town.
• Stop touting your own horn, nobody likes a show-off.
• The politician tried to tout his achievements during the debate.

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun, in this case 'uncordial' describes a lack of warmth or friendliness

• The atmosphere at the business meeting was quite uncordial, with tension palpable in the air.
• I could tell from their uncordial greetings that something was off between them.
• The party was so uncordial, I couldn't wait to leave.
• His uncordial demeanor was like a cold front moving in, chilling everyone around him.

noun a person employed to park cars or act as a chauffeur

verb to serve as a valet

• The hotel valet parked the guests' cars in the designated area.
• I always tip the valet when he brings my car around quickly.
• The valet at the club is always hustling for tips.
• She considered her personal assistant a valet of sorts, taking care of all her needs.

noun A very important person; someone who is considered to be special or influential

• The VIP guests were seated in the front row at the event.
• I heard that the VIP section at the concert has the best view.
• Let's try to sneak into the VIP area at the party.
• In this company, the CEO is considered the VIP of the organization.

verb to serve or attend to someone, typically as a waiter or waitress

• As a waiter, it is important to wait on customers promptly and attentively.
• I'll wait on you at the table, just let me know when you're ready to order.
• I'm not going to wait on you hand and foot, you need to start helping out around here.
• We can't just wait on luck to solve our problems, we need to take action and make changes ourselves.

noun a large, luxurious watercraft used for pleasure cruising or racing

• The wealthy businessman arrived at the marina in his luxurious yacht.
• Let's take the yacht out for a spin this weekend!
• Check out that sick yacht cruising by!
• Her confidence was like a sleek yacht sailing through rough waters.

noun a man who is employed to assist guests at a hotel or apartment building, typically by carrying luggage and performing other tasks

• The bellman at the hotel assisted guests with their luggage.
• I asked the bellman to help me bring my bags to my room.
• The bellman is always hustling to get those tips.
• As the bellman of the group, he was always the first to alert us of any new developments.

noun a woman who receives or entertains guests in a social or official setting

• The hostess greeted each guest with a warm smile as they entered the restaurant.
• The hostess made sure everyone had a seat before the show started.
• The hostess was the life of the party, always keeping the energy high.
• She was the hostess of the evening, orchestrating the event flawlessly.

noun bar

• The hotel lobby features a beverage bar where guests can enjoy a variety of drinks.
• Let's meet at the beverage bar for a quick drink before heading out.
• I'll grab us some drinks from the beverage bar, no worries.
• The new library is like a beverage bar for knowledge, offering a wide selection of books to quench your intellectual thirst.

adjective A slang term meaning excellent, great, or pleasing.

adverb Used to describe something as being done in an excellent or pleasing manner.

• The business deal was considered quite cushdy by all parties involved.
• I heard that party last night was cushdy, everyone had a great time.
• That new job offer is totally cushdy, you should definitely take it.
• The idea of taking a spontaneous road trip sounded absolutely cushdy to them.

noun A member of a Himalayan people living on the borders of Nepal and Tibet, renowned for their skill in mountaineering.

• The sherpa guided the climbers up the treacherous mountain.
• I heard the sherpa is really experienced in leading mountain expeditions.
• That sherpa is a total rockstar when it comes to climbing!
• She's like the sherpa of our group, always leading us through tough situations.

noun a short break from work, typically taken to smoke a cigarette or have a snack

• During the designated smoko break, employees are allowed to take a 15-minute rest outside of the workplace.
• Let's meet for a quick smoko break at the back of the office.
• I could really use a smoko right now, I'm feeling so tired.
• Taking a smoko break from all the stress can really help clear your mind.

noun the period of time between one night and the next

adjective occurring, situated, or done during the night

adverb for or during the night

• The package will be delivered overnight via express shipping.
• I'll work on this project overnight to meet the deadline.
• Let's pull an all-nighter and finish this assignment overnight.
• The success didn't come overnight, it was the result of years of hard work.

noun a place where intoxicated individuals are held temporarily until they sober up

• The police officer escorted the unruly individual to the drunk tank for public intoxication.
• They threw him in the drunk tank after he couldn't stand up straight.
• He ended up in the drunk tank after a wild night of partying.
• After a long day at work, I feel like I need to spend some time in a mental drunk tank to unwind.

noun a person who books or arranges something, especially a performer or artist for a public event

• The booker for the event is responsible for coordinating all the talent and scheduling.
• Hey, did you hear that Sarah got a job as a booker for a modeling agency?
• I heard the booker at that club is super chill and always hooks it up with free drinks.
• As the booker of the family, Sarah always organized and planned all the gatherings and trips.

adjective able to be accommodated or adjusted

• The hotel offers a range of accommodable room options to suit different needs and preferences.
• The Airbnb host was very accommodating and made sure the space was accommodable for our group.
• This couch is super comfy and totally accommodable for crashing on.
• His flexible schedule made him accommodable to last-minute changes in plans.

verb A verb is a word that expresses an action or a state of being. In this case, 'accommodated' is a past tense verb indicating that someone or something was provided with lodging or a place to stay.

• The hotel accommodated all of our special requests during our stay.
• The restaurant accommodated our large group without any issues.
• I asked my friend if I could crash at his place and he accommodated me.
• The new schedule accommodated for everyone's availability.

adverb modifying a verb, adjective, or other adverb, typically answering the question how, in what way, when, or to what extent

• She spoke accommodatingly to all the guests at the event.
• He always tries to be accommodatingly helpful to his friends.
• The customer service representative dealt with the issue accommodatingly.
• The clouds moved accommodatingly to reveal the bright moon.

adjective relating to or providing accommodation

• The hotel offers various accommodational options to suit the needs of all guests.
• The Airbnb listing has great accommodational amenities for a comfortable stay.
• I'm crashing at my friend's place tonight, he's got some sweet accommodational setup.
• The company provided accommodational support to help employees adjust to the new work environment.

noun a place providing lodging or accommodations for travelers or guests

• The accommodation house provided a comfortable stay for all the guests.
• We booked a room at the accommodation house for the weekend getaway.
• Let's crash at the accommodation house for the night.
• The old mansion was like an accommodation house for lost souls seeking refuge.

noun a line indicating the availability of lodging or housing options

• The hotel receptionist informed us that the accommodation line was full for the weekend.
• I tried calling the accommodation line but no one answered.
• I'm gonna hit up the accommodation line to book a room for the trip.
• In order to secure a spot in the workshop, you need to get in the accommodation line early.

noun a person who adapts oneself to suit the needs or wishes of others

• The accommodator made sure all the guests had a comfortable stay at the hotel.
• The accommodator was really helpful in finding us a good table at the restaurant.
• The accommodator hooked us up with some extra pillows for the room.
• She was known as the accommodator of the group, always willing to adjust plans to make everyone happy.

adjective capable of being approached or spoken to

• The accostable gentleman greeted me with a polite smile.
• She's very accostable, you can approach her anytime.
• That guy is so accostable, he's always up for a chat.
• The novel's protagonist is an accostable character, always ready to engage in new adventures.