Japanese · Travel & Places
ホテル
hoteru
Hotel
Beginnernoun
Definition
An establishment providing accommodation. Japan also has traditional inns called 旅館 (ryokan) and capsule hotels (カプセルホテル).
Example
ホテルを予約しましたか？
Have you booked a hotel?
Etymology
The term ホテル (hoteru) is a loanword from the English word 'hotel,' reflecting Western influences on accommodation practices in Japan during the Meiji era.
How & Where It’s Used
ホテル (hoteru) is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in travel and tourism discussions. It is universally understood across Japan.