Hospitality Terminology

verb to keep oneself occupied with a particular activity or task

adjective describing a person or thing that is occupied with or concentrating on a particular activity or object

• The office is always bustling with activity, everyone seems to be very busy.
• I can't talk right now, I'm really busy trying to meet a deadline.
• Sorry, I can't hang out tonight, I'm swamped with work and super busy.
• Her mind was so busy with thoughts, she couldn't focus on anything else.

noun the act of canceling something; a decision to stop or discontinue a planned event or activity

• The cancellation of the event was due to unforeseen circumstances.
• They had to cancel the party at the last minute.
• The gig got axed because of the weather.
• The cancellation of their plans felt like a weight lifted off their shoulders.

noun a procedure at a hotel, airport, etc., to register one's arrival

verb to register one's arrival or presence

preposition used to indicate the location or position of someone or something in relation to a place or thing

• Please remember to check in at the front desk upon arrival.
• Hey, don't forget to check in when you get here.
• Make sure you check in with the receptionist when you come in.
• Sometimes it's important to check in with yourself and see how you're really feeling.

adjective a term used to describe something that is characteristic of or suitable for a club, such as a clubby atmosphere or clubby decor

• The clubby atmosphere of the private members' club was evident as soon as you walked in.
• I love the clubby vibe of this bar, it feels like a cozy hideaway.
• The party last night was so clubby, everyone was dancing and having a great time.
• The group of friends had a clubby mentality, always looking out for each other and sticking together.

noun a small portable bed typically used for infants or young children

• The hospital provided a comfortable cot for the patient to rest on.
• Do you mind if I crash on your cot for the night?
• I'm just going to chill on my cot and watch some TV.
• She felt like she was on a cot in the middle of a storm, overwhelmed and unable to find stability.

noun a fee or charge that is required for entry or participation in an event or activity

• The restaurant has a cover charge for live music performances on weekends.
• Do you know if there's a cover charge for the club tonight?
• I'm not going to that party if there's a cover charge, it's not worth it.
• In order to gain access to the exclusive event, you must pay the cover charge of being well-connected in the industry.

noun a notable or heroic deed; an exploit

verb to perform a notable or heroic deed; to accomplish an exploit

• The artist used precise gestural strokes to create a dynamic composition.
• She made a grand gest to signal for everyone to come over.
• He threw up a peace gest before leaving the party.
• Her decision to quit her job was a bold gest towards pursuing her passion.

noun a hotel or resort, typically in a rural area

verb to provide someone with a place to stay or live

• The lodge we stayed at during our vacation was very luxurious.
• Let's book a lodge for our weekend getaway.
• I heard that lodge is lit, we should definitely check it out.
• He decided to lodge a complaint with the manager about the poor service.

noun a room or area in a public place, such as a hotel or airport, where people can sit and relax

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• The hotel's lounge is elegantly decorated with plush furniture and soft lighting.
• Let's meet in the lounge for a drink before dinner.
• I love chillin' in the lounge, it's so cozy.
• His mind was a lounge of conflicting thoughts, unable to find peace.

noun a polite term of address for a woman

interjection used to address or refer to a woman in a polite or respectful way

• Good evening, madam. How may I assist you today?
• Hey madam, what's up?
• Yo, madam, you lookin' fly!
• Madam, your wisdom shines like a beacon in the darkness.

verb to engage in celebration or revelry

adjective describing a festive or joyful atmosphere

• During the holiday season, it is customary to make merry with friends and family.
• Let's make merry at the party tonight!
• We're gonna make merry like there's no tomorrow!
• Despite the challenges, they found a way to make merry and celebrate life.

noun a place of entertainment open late at night and serving food and drinks, with music, dancing, and sometimes a floor show

• The upscale nightclub was filled with patrons enjoying the live music and cocktails.
• Let's hit up the nightclub tonight and dance the night away!
• I heard that new nightclub is lit, we should check it out.
• His mind was a nightclub of chaotic thoughts, each one vying for attention.

noun a person who pays to stay in someone else's house or apartment for a short period of time

• The hotel offers accommodations for paying guests who are looking for a comfortable stay.
• I have a friend who is a paying guest at a nice apartment downtown.
• I heard that the new roommate is just a paying guest, not a permanent resident.
• Being a paying guest in someone else's life means you have limited control over your surroundings.

noun a place where alcoholic beverages are sold and consumed; a bar or tavern

• The public house has been a gathering place for the community for over a century.
• Let's meet at the public house for a drink after work.
• I heard there's a new public house opening up downtown.
• The public house of knowledge is where students come to expand their minds.

noun a person who owns or manages a pub or tavern

• The publican was responsible for overseeing the operations of the pub.
• The publican greeted all the regulars by name as they walked in.
• The publican is throwing a big bash at the pub tonight.
• The publican of the neighborhood is known for always having a listening ear for everyone's problems.

noun the ability to see

verb to visit and explore places of interest

• During our trip to Paris, we made sure to set aside time to sight see all the famous landmarks.
• Hey, let's go sight see around the city and check out all the cool spots!
• I love sight seeing in new places, it's always so exciting to explore.
• Sometimes in life, we need to take a step back and sight see the bigger picture to gain perspective.

noun a set of rooms designated for one person's or one party's use or for a particular purpose

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• The hotel offers a luxurious suite with a separate living area and bedroom.
• I booked a suite for our weekend getaway at the resort.
• Let's crash at my friend's place, he's got a sweet suite with a killer view.
• The CEO's corner office is like a suite in the corporate world, complete with all the perks and amenities.

verb to incline or move something so that one side or end is higher than the other, typically in a quick and sudden motion; to give a small amount of money to someone for a service provided

• The server carefully tipped the tray to avoid spilling the drinks.
• I tipped the cup over and made a mess on the table.
• He tipped the bottle and chugged the whole thing in one go.
• The scales tipped in favor of the defendant after new evidence was presented.

noun a person who receives or entertains guests

verb the act of serving as a hostess

• She has years of experience in hostessing at high-end restaurants.
• I started hostessing at the local diner to earn some extra cash.
• Hostessing gigs can be a great way to network and meet new people.
• She excels at hostessing social events and making guests feel welcome.

noun A person who is employed to assist guests and provide information and services at a hotel or apartment building.

• The concierge at the hotel is always available to assist guests with any requests or recommendations.
• I always ask the concierge for the best local restaurants to try when I'm visiting a new city.
• The concierge hooked us up with VIP tickets to the show last night.
• She acted as a concierge, guiding us through the complexities of the legal system.

noun a slang term used in British seaside towns to describe a tourist or holidaymaker

• The grockles flooded the small seaside town during the summer months.
• We always know when the grockles are in town because the beaches are packed.
• The locals tend to avoid the main tourist areas during peak season because of all the grockles.
• The grockles were like a swarm of bees, buzzing around and filling up every available space.

noun the time of day between noon and evening

• The afternoon lady greeted us with a warm smile as we entered the building.
• I saw the afternoon lady at the grocery store and we chatted for a while.
• Hey, did you see that cool afternoon lady at the park earlier?
• The sun shining through the clouds was like the afternoon lady's radiant presence.