Malay · Travel & Places
hotel
Hotel
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where travelers pay to stay overnight.
Example
Kami tempah bilik hotel dekat pantai.
We booked a hotel room near the beach.
Etymology
The word 'hotel' is borrowed from the French term of the same spelling, which itself originated from the Latin 'hospitale'. It signifies a place providing lodging.
How & Where It’s Used
'Hotel' is used in both spoken and written forms, generally in formal contexts relating to the hospitality industry. It is recognized across Malaysia without significant variation.