hospitality
intermediateB2/ˌhɒspɪˈtælɪti/ · hos-pi-tal-i-ty
The friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers.
Meanings
The friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers.
مہمانوں، زائرین، یا اجنبیوں کا دوستانہ اور فراخ دلانہ استقبال اور مہمان نوازی۔
مہمان نوازی
mehmaan nawazi
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Common Collocations
- hospitality industry
- warm hospitality
- traditional hospitality
Example Sentences
The hotel is known for its exceptional hospitality and service.
یہ ہوٹل اپنی غیر معمولی مہمان نوازی اور خدمت کے لیے جانا جاتا ہے۔
Yeh hotel apni ghair mamooli mehmaan nawazi aur khidmat ke liye jana jata hai.
Her hospitality made the gathering feel welcoming and enjoyable.
اس کی مہمان نوازی نے اجتماعی کو خوش آمدید اور خوشگوار بنا دیا۔
Us ki mehmaan nawazi ne ijtimai ko khush aamdid aur khushgawar bana diya.
In many cultures, hospitality is a sign of respect and tradition.
بہت سی ثقافتوں میں، مہمان نوازی احترام اور روایت کا نشان ہے۔
Bohat si saqafatoun mein, mehmaan nawazi ehteram aur riwayat ka nishan hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'hospital' where you receive care; similarly, hospitality is about caring for guests.
Visualize a warm, inviting home filled with guests enjoying a meal together.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
یہی تو ہے مہمان نوازی کا عشق، محبت کا چراغ بھی ہے روشنی کا جستجو۔
Yehi to hai mehmaan nawazi ka ishq, Mohabbat ka chiraagh bhi hai roshni ka jostajoo.
This is the love of hospitality, A lamp of love that is also a pursuit of light.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
مہمان خدا کا سایہ ہوتا ہے۔
mehmaan Khuda ka saya hota hai.
A guest is a shadow of God.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "hospitalitas" — friendliness to guests
First known use: 14th century
The word 'hospitality' has roots in the Latin word 'hospitalitas', which refers to the kindness and care shown to guests. Over time, it evolved to encompass broader meanings related to welcoming and serving others.