hosts
word · lemma: host
/ˈhoʊsts/
/hˈəʊsts/
Definition
People who welcome guests or organize an event. Also, people who present TV or radio shows.
Usage & Nuances
"Host" as a noun is both for event organizers (parties, meetings) and media presenters. In TV context, use "TV hosts" or "show hosts". Not to be confused with the verb "to host" (acting as the host).
Spanish: anfitriones - presentadores (TV)Portuguese (BR): anfitriões - apresentadores (TV)Portuguese (PT): anfitriões - apresentadores (TV)Chinese (Simplified): 主人 - 主持人 (电视)Chinese (Traditional): 主人 - 主持人 (電視)Hindi: मेज़बान - (टीवी) प्रस्तोताArabic: مضيفون - مقدمو البرامج (تلفزيون)Bengali: সঞ্চালক - আয়োজকRussian: ведущие - хозяеваJapanese: ホスト - 司会者Vietnamese: chủ nhà - người dẫn chương trìnhKorean: 호스트 - 사회자Turkish: ev sahibi - sunucuUrdu: میزبانIndonesian: tuan rumah - pembawa acara
Example Sentences
The hosts asked if we wanted something to drink.
basic
The hosts of the party greeted everyone at the door.
basic
Our school hosts are showing new students around.
basic
The talk show hosts joked with their guests on live TV.
natural
Our friends acted as perfect hosts during our stay.
natural
Both hosts took turns introducing the performers on stage.
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