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

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

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

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.