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Empfangsbereich
/ˈɛmˌpfaŋs.bəˌʁaɪ̯ç/
reception area
Bitte gehen Sie zum Empfangsbereich im Erdgeschoss.
Please go to the reception area on the ground floor.
formal
A designated area in a building where visitors are greeted and assisted, typically found in offices, hotels, or public institutions.
Der Empfangsbereich des Hotels war modern eingerichtet.
The hotel's reception area was furnished in a modern style.
Commonly used in administrative, commercial, and hospitality contexts.
Collocations
Empfangsbereich des Hotelshotel reception areaim Empfangsbereich wartento wait in the reception areaEmpfangsbereich betretento enter the reception area
Synonyms
Pro Tip
Avoid confusion with 'Rezeption'
While 'Empfangsbereich' refers to the physical space, 'Rezeption' can mean both the area and the staff working there. Use 'Empfangsbereich' for the location and 'Rezeption' for the service desk.
Gold Rule
Use in context
Always specify the type of building (e.g., 'Hotel-Empfangsbereich', 'Büro-Empfangsbereich') for clarity.
Word Origin
Compound of 'Empfang' (reception) + 'Bereich' (area/region), first attested in the early 20th century. 'Empfang' derives from Middle High German 'enpfanc' (reception), related to 'fangen' (to catch). 'Bereich' comes from Old High German 'bireihhi' (district).
Usage Notes
In German, 'Empfangsbereich' is the standard term for a reception area, while 'Rezeption' often implies the staff and services provided there. 'Anmeldung' is more common in administrative settings.
Word Breakdown
Empfang
reception
rootBereich
area
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