もてなし

Alternative writings: 持て成し, 持てなし
Frequency:

1Hospitality; the reception or treatment of guests, including courtesy and attentive service.

NounUsually Kana

Examples

旅館で温かいもてなしを受けた。

We received warm hospitality at the inn.

彼女のもてなしには細やかな気配りが感じられる。

Her hospitality shows meticulous thoughtfulness.

地域の人々のもてなしが観光客に好評だ。

The hospitality of the local people is popular with tourists.

2Entertaining with food and drink; refreshments served to guests (often light snacks or drinks).

NounUsually Kana

Examples

来客にはお茶と軽いもてなしを用意した。

I prepared tea and light refreshments for the visitors.

式の後、簡単なもてなしが行われた。

After the ceremony, a simple reception was held.

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