English · Greetings & Phrases
welcome
/ˈwɛlkəm/
[/ˈwɛlkəm/]
greeting of reception
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
A friendly word used to greet a guest or to respond to thanks.
Example
Welcome to our home; please come in and make yourself comfortable.
Welcome to our home; please come in and make yourself comfortable.
Etymology
From Old English "wilcuma," a desired guest, from "will" plus "cuma," comer.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to receive guests and, as "you are welcome," to reply to thanks.