Guests: meaning, definitions and examples

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guests

[ ɡests ]

^{Context #1}

at a party

People who have been invited to attend a social event such as a party or wedding.

Synonyms

attendees, invitees, visitors

Examples of usage

The host greeted all the guests at the entrance.
There are over 100 guests expected at the wedding.
The guests enjoyed the delicious food and music at the party.

^{Context #2}

hotel

People who are staying temporarily at a hotel or other accommodation.

Synonyms

lodgers, residents

Examples of usage

The hotel staff welcomed the guests upon their arrival.
The guests complained about the noise coming from the neighboring room.

Translations

Translations of the word "guests" in other languages:

🇵🇹 convidados

🇮🇳 मेहमान

🇩🇪 Gäste

🇮🇩 tamu

🇺🇦 гості

🇵🇱 goście

🇯🇵 ゲスト

🇫🇷 invités

🇪🇸 invitados

🇹🇷 misafirler

🇰🇷 손님

🇸🇦 ضيوف

🇨🇿 hosté

🇸🇰 hostia

🇨🇳 客人

🇸🇮 gostje

🇮🇸 gestir

🇰🇿 қонақтар

🇬🇪 სტუმრები

🇦🇿 qonaqlar

🇲🇽 invitados

Word origin

The word 'guests' originated from the Old French word 'geste', meaning 'a stranger or guest'. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to individuals who are invited to events or who stay temporarily at accommodations. The concept of hospitality towards guests has been a cultural norm in various societies throughout history.