Reception: meaning, definitions and examples

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reception

 

[ rษชหˆsษ›pสƒษ™n ]

Context #1 | Noun

at a hotel

The action or process of receiving something, typically with delight or approval. In the context of a hotel, it refers to the area where guests check in or are received.

Synonyms

greeting, hospitality, welcome.

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Word Description / Examples
reception

This word is often used to describe a formal event where guests are received, such as a wedding reception, or the desk/area where guests are received in a hotel or office.

  • They held a wedding reception at the hotel.
  • Please check in at the reception.
welcome

This can be used as a noun or verb to express that someone is invited and accepted. It often signals that the person is glad to see you.

  • They gave us a warm welcome.
  • We welcome you to our community.
greeting

Use this when referring to the act of meeting someone and communicating welcome or friendly words. It can be verbal or non-verbal.

  • She gave me a warm greeting when I arrived.
  • The greeting card was signed by the whole team.
hospitality

This word describes the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers. It is often used in the context of hosting people at home or in business settings.

  • Their hospitality made our stay very enjoyable.
  • The company is known for its excellent hospitality.

Examples of usage

  • The reception at the hotel was warm and welcoming.
  • I will meet you in the hotel reception.
Context #2 | Noun

radio/TV signals

The process of receiving radio or television signals, especially the quality of clarity and strength.

Synonyms

broadcast quality, signal strength.

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reception

Often used interchangeably with signal strength, but this usage is more technical or specific to the context of the intensity of the signal received by an electronic device.

  • The reception of the wifi signal is weak in this room.
  • I moved closer to the router to improve the reception.
signal strength

Specifically refers to the measure of the power level that a receiver receives, commonly used in mobile telephony, broadcasting, and WiFi. It indicates how strong or weak a given signal is.

  • The signal strength drops significantly in the basement.
  • You can check the signal strength on your phone's settings.
broadcast quality

Used predominantly in the context of television and radio industries to refer to the standard of audio and visual signals that are transmitted. It indicates a professional level of clarity and consistency suitable for broadcasting to large audiences.

  • The broadcast quality of the live stream was impeccable.
  • We need to maintain broadcast quality for the TV show.

Examples of usage

  • The car's radio has excellent reception even in remote areas.
  • We need to adjust the antenna for better TV reception.
Context #3 | Noun

social event

A formal social occasion, such as a party or ceremony, where guests are received or entertained.

Synonyms

celebration, event, gathering.

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reception

The term can again signify a large, formal occasion, often with networking, introductions, or celebrating milestones.

  • A reception was held to introduce the new art exhibition.
  • After the award ceremony, there will be a reception with drinks and snacks.
gathering

A gathering is usually a more informal get-together of people for social or casual purposes. It can be small, like a family meeting, or larger, like a community picnic.

  • We had a small family gathering over the weekend.
  • There will be a gathering of old friends at her house.
celebration

A celebration is a joyful event organized to honor a particular occasion, such as a holiday, achievement, or special day. It's generally more festive and less formal.

  • We had a big celebration for her graduation.
  • They threw a celebration for their 10th anniversary.
event

An event is a broad term that can refer to any organized occasion or gathering. It can be formal or informal and can include conferences, parties, sports games, etc.

  • The event was well organized and everyone had a great time.
  • We're hosting a charity event next week.

Examples of usage

  • The wedding reception was a joyous celebration.
  • She gave a speech at the charity reception.

Translations

Translations of the word "reception" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น recepรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคตเคพเค—เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rezeption

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ resepsi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะธะนะพะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ recepcja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ—ไป˜ (ใ†ใ‘ใคใ‘)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉception

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ recepciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท resepsiyon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ ‘์ˆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุณุชู‚ุจุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ recepce

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ recepcia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽฅๅพ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ recepcija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรณttaka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฑั‹ะปะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒฆแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qษ™bul

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ recepciรณn

Etymology

The word 'reception' has its roots in the Latin word 'receptio', which means 'a receiving'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass various meanings related to receiving, whether it be in a physical or metaphorical sense. Today, 'reception' is commonly used in contexts such as hotels, radio/TV signals, and social events.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,114, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.