German Conversation · Level 101
59 words
German word
Empfang
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛmˈpfaŋ/
Meaning
- masculine nounreception desk
Example
Ich warte am Empfang.
I'm waiting at the reception desk.
More examples
Sie arbeitet am Empfang.
She works at the reception desk.
Core concept
The receiving point where an arrival is accepted, recorded, and either welcomed or passed to its destination.
Common phrases
sich am Empfang anmelden
register at the reception desk
am Empfang nachfragen
ask at the reception desk
Similar words
Rezeption: A hotel desk where guests check in and receive assistance.
Anmeldung: A desk where visitors register and complete required procedures.
Informationsschalter: A desk that provides visitors with information and directions.
Definition in German
Bezeichnung für die Tätigkeit oder die Stelle, an der Personen, Post und Anrufe angenommen, registriert und weitervermittelt werden.
Word origin
The German noun Empfang developed from empfangen and retains the verb's basic idea of taking something or someone in, which extends to a welcome, a desk, or a receipt.
Usage tips
- The plural is Empfänge, and it commonly refers to formal social receptions rather than several reception desks.