guest
From Old Norse 'gestr', related to the concept of a visitor or traveler.
NOUN
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invitado
literal
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visitante
literal
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apersonado
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concept sentence
untranslatable
(While 'guest' translates to 'invitado', it encompasses nuances of hospitality that may not exist in a single Spanish term.)
A person who is invited to visit someone's home or attend a social occasion. It can also refer to someone staying temporarily at a hotel or other accommodation, emphasizing the hospitality received.
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| guests |
- We had three guests for dinner last night, and they thoroughly enjoyed the meal. — We entertained three invited people for the evening meal, and they had a very pleasant time.
- The hotel offers free Wi-Fi to all its guests as part of their stay. — People staying at the hotel can use the internet for free while they are accommodated there.
- She was a special guest at the charity gala, seated at the main table. — She was an important invited person at the formal fundraising event, given a prominent seat.
VERB
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invitar
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concept sentence
untranslatable
('Guest' as a verb relates to hosting; direct translation focuses on 'inviting,' missing the hosting aspect.)
Synonyms
invite
To appear as a guest, especially as a performer, speaker, or participant; or to host someone as a guest. This verb emphasizes the act of being present in a capacity of being hosted or hosting, rather than merely extending an invitation.
| gerund | past | present |
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| guesting | guested | guests |
- The famous author will guest lecture at the university next month on contemporary literature. — The renowned writer will give a special lecture as a visiting academic at the university.
- The band guested on the late-night talk show to promote their new album. — The musical group appeared as invited performers on the television program to publicize their latest recording.
- She was invited to guest on the popular podcast about environmental conservation. — She was asked to appear as a special interviewee on the well-known audio program.