Portuguese · Travel & Places
Hotel
[/oˈtɛw/]
Hotel
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
An establishment providing accommodation and meals for travelers.
Estabelecimento que fornece hospedagem e refeições para viajantes.
Example
O hotel fica perto da praia.
The hotel is near the beach.
Etymology
'Hotel' comes from the French word 'hôtel', which originally meant a townhouse and has been adapted in Portuguese to mean a place providing accommodation.
How & Where It’s Used
The term 'hotel' is used formally in the hospitality industry. It is prevalent in spoken and written Portuguese, commonly recognized across different regions.