Vietnamese · Travel & Places
khách sạn
Hotel
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where travelers pay to stay overnight.
Example
Chúng tôi đặt phòng khách sạn gần biển.
We booked a hotel room near the beach.
Etymology
'Khách sạn' combines 'khách' (guest) and 'sạn' (room or accommodation), reflecting hospitality concepts in Vietnamese culture. The term developed as the tourism industry expanded in Vietnam.
How & Where It’s Used
'Khách sạn' is used in both formal and informal contexts, appearing in brochures, travel guides, and everyday conversations about accommodation.