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US/ˌhɑː.spɪˈtæl.ə.ti/
UK/ˌhɒs.pɪˈtæl.ə.ti/
being friendly and generous to guests; also the business of hotels, restaurants and tourism
In context
We were touched by the warm hospitality of the family who hosted us in Ha Giang.
She studied hospitality management and now runs a small hotel in Nha Trang.
Hospitality businesses were hit hard when borders closed during the pandemic.
Words that go with hospitality
adjective + noun
- warm hospitalityThank you so much for your warm hospitality during our stay.
- generous hospitalityWe will never forget the generous hospitality of our hosts.
noun + noun
- hospitality industryThousands of young people work in the hospitality industry in Da Nang.
- hospitality sectorWages in the hospitality sector are still quite low.
verb + noun
- show hospitalityLocal people showed great hospitality to the stranded travelers.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The people here are very hospitality.Correct: The people here are very hospitable.