hospitable
Translation
hospitable, welcoming, friendly
Examples
The local people are very hospitable to tourists.
The local people are very hospitable to tourists.
The region has a hospitable climate for growing grapes.
The region has a hospitable climate for growing grapes.
Grammar Patterns
hospitable ((to sb.)) friendly and welcoming to (sb.) The local people are hospitable to tourists.
Similar Words
Synonyms: welcoming, friendly, cordial; Antonyms: inhospitable, unfriendly
Etymology
From Latin 'hospes' (host, guest). The '-able' suffix means 'capable of'. Thus, 'capable of being a good host'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'hospital' where they take care of you. 'Hospitable' people take care of their guests in a friendly way.