Hostel: meaning, definitions and examples

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hostel

 

[ หˆhษ’stษ™l ]

Noun
Touring
Context #1 | Noun

accommodation

A hostel is a budget-friendly accommodation where travelers can rent a bed, usually in a dormitory setting, and share common areas like bathrooms and kitchens with other guests.

Synonyms

guesthouse, inn, lodging

Examples of usage

  • I stayed in a hostel during my backpacking trip through Europe.
  • The hostel I stayed in had a great atmosphere and friendly staff.
Context #2 | Noun

social gathering

In some cultures, a hostel can also refer to a social gathering or party where people come together to socialize and have a good time.

Synonyms

gathering, get-together, party

Examples of usage

  • We're having a hostel at our place this weekend, feel free to join us!
  • The hostel last night was so much fun, I met some amazing people.

Translations

Translations of the word "hostel" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น albergue

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค›เคพเคคเฅเคฐเคพเคตเคพเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hostel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hostel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณัƒั€ั‚ะพะถะธั‚ะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hostel

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ›ใ‚นใƒ†ใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท auberge de jeunesse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ albergue

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hostel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜ธ์Šคํ…”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุฒู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hostel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hostel

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ—…่ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hostel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ farfuglaheimili

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐั‚ะฐา›ั…ะฐะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒกแƒขแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yataqxana

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ albergue

Etymology

The word 'hostel' originated from Old French 'hostel' meaning 'lodging, inn'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a place offering inexpensive lodging. Over time, the meaning has expanded to include social gatherings and parties.

See also: host, hostage, hostages, hostile, hosting.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,923, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.