accommodate
Translation
to accommodate, to provide lodging for, to fit in with
Examples
The hotel can accommodate up to 500 guests.
The hotel can accommodate up to 500 guests.
We must accommodate the needs of our clients.
We must accommodate the needs of our clients.
The new desk couldn't accommodate his large computer.
The new desk couldn't accommodate his large computer.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to provide with a place to live or stay. The hotel can accommodate up to 500 guests.
((sth.)) to fit in with the wishes or needs of (sb./sth.). We must accommodate the needs of our clients.
((sth.)) to have enough space for (sth.). The new desk couldn't accommodate his large computer.
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Etymology
From Latin 'accommodare', from 'ad-' (to) + 'commodus' (fitting, suitable).
Memory Tips
Note the spelling: double 'c' and double 'm'. It's 'ac-commodate' – to make things 'commodious' (spacious, convenient) for someone.