die Empfangsdame
Translation
receptionist (female)
Examples
Die Empfangsdame begrüßt die Gäste.
The receptionist greets the guests.
Bitte melden Sie sich bei der Empfangsdame.
Please report to the receptionist.
Grammar Patterns
to work as a receptionist - to be employed in the role of a receptionist. She works as a receptionist in a hotel.
Similar Words
Synonym: Rezeptionistin
Etymology
A compound word from 'Empfang' (reception) and 'Dame' (lady).
Memory Tips
Literally 'reception lady'. Think of the 'lady' (Dame) at the 'reception' (Empfang).