Concierge
/ˌkɒn.siˈeərʒ/
Definitions
A person employed to assist guests or residents, typically in a hotel or apartment building, by arranging tours, booking tickets, making reservations, and providing information.
/ˌkɒn.siˈeərʒ/
A person who provides services or information, typically in a hotel or apartment building.
The concierge at the hotel arranged for a car to take us to the airport.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're staying at a fancy hotel. The concierge is like your personal helper! They can get you show tickets, recommend the best places to eat, and generally make your trip awesome. They’re the ultimate problem-solvers and they're there to make your stay fantastic!
👶 For kids: A concierge is like a super helper at a hotel or apartment building. They help you find things and do fun stuff!
More Examples
We asked the concierge for recommendations on good restaurants nearby.
The concierge was very knowledgeable about the city and gave us great advice.
How It's Used
"The hotel concierge helped the guests book a taxi and find local restaurants."
"The apartment building's concierge received packages and handled maintenance requests."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
concierge service
A range of services provided by a concierge, such as arranging transportation, making reservations, or providing information.
"The hotel offered a full concierge service to its guests."
From French, derived from Old French *conserge* ('keeper of the candles, guardian'), itself from Latin *conservus* ('fellow slave'). Historically referring to someone who oversaw a building or estate, its function evolved to provide services to guests in hotels and apartment buildings.
Historically, the word 'concierge' had broader application, referring to an official charged with keeping order and attending to the needs of people in a large household or building.
Memory tip
Imagine the "con" being a helpful guide, "cierg" sounds like 'clear guide' and helps with navigation. A concierge helps clear your path.
Word Origin
"keeper of the candles/guardian"