receptionist
A person who works in a hotel, office, or hospital and greets people when they arrive.
Examples
3 of 5The receptionist was very helpful and recommended a local restaurant.
The receptionist was very helpful and recommended a local restaurant.
I told the receptionist that the air conditioning in my room was broken.
I told the receptionist that the air conditioning in my room was broken.
The medical receptionist will schedule your follow-up appointment.
The medical receptionist will schedule your follow-up appointment.
Word Family
Memory Tip
A 'Receptionist' works at 'Reception' to 'Receive' you.
Quick Quiz
Ask the ______ for a map of the city.
Correct!
The correct answer is: receptionist
Examples
The receptionist was very helpful and recommended a local restaurant.
everydayThe receptionist was very helpful and recommended a local restaurant.
I told the receptionist that the air conditioning in my room was broken.
informalI told the receptionist that the air conditioning in my room was broken.
The medical receptionist will schedule your follow-up appointment.
formalThe medical receptionist will schedule your follow-up appointment.
We are looking for a bilingual receptionist for our international office.
businessWe are looking for a bilingual receptionist for our international office.
The receptionist at the spa offered us a glass of water while we waited.
everydayThe receptionist at the spa offered us a glass of water while we waited.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
speak to the receptionist
speak to the receptionist
front desk receptionist
front desk receptionist
receptionist duties
receptionist duties
Often Confused With
A receptionist handles check-ins; a concierge helps with specific guest requests like booking tours.
Usage Notes
In hospitality, this person is the 'face' of the hotel and the first person a guest meets.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misspell it by missing the 'i' after the 't'.
Memory Tip
A 'Receptionist' works at 'Reception' to 'Receive' you.
Word Origin
From 'reception' + the suffix '-ist' (person who does something).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Excellent customer service from the receptionist is a hallmark of high-end hotels.
Quick Quiz
Ask the ______ for a map of the city.
Correct!
The correct answer is: receptionist
Related Grammar Rules
Related Vocabulary
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