bellhop
word
Definition
A bellhop is a hotel worker who helps guests with their luggage and assists them to their rooms.
Usage & Nuances
'Bellhop' is mainly used in American English; in British English, 'porter' is preferred. It's specific to hotels and is somewhat formal or professional. Common combinations: 'hotel bellhop', 'call the bellhop'. Not used for general helpers.
Spanish: botones (hotel) - maletero (hotel)Portuguese (BR): mensageiro (hotel) - carregador (hotel)Portuguese (PT): carregador (hotel) - empregado de bagagensChinese (Simplified): 行李员Chinese (Traditional): 行李員Hindi: बेलहॉपArabic: حامل الحقائب (فندق)
Example Sentences
Ask the bellhop to bring more towels.
basic
A bellhop will show you to your room.
basic
The bellhop helped us with our bags.
basic
I tipped the bellhop for carrying my heavy suitcase.
natural
The bellhop was friendly and told us about the local sights.
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We called the bellhop when we needed extra pillows late at night.
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