Hungarian · Travel & Places
Szálloda
hotel
Beginnernoun
Definition
A building that provides paid accommodation.
Example
A szállodában három éjszakát töltöttünk.
We spent three nights at the hotel.
Etymology
'Szálloda' originates from the former German term 'Saal' or 'Saalbetten', meaning 'lodging' or 'hostel'. The word evolved through interactions with German-speaking populations in the region.
How & Where It’s Used
'Szálloda' is used in formal contexts like travel literature and hotel bookings, as well as in everyday conversation about accommodations. It is understood widely in Hungary without significant regional differences.