English–Spanish

“front desk” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/reθepˈθjon/

Example

La recepción está en el primer piso.

The front desk is on the first floor.

Illustration for recepción (front desk)

How to say “front desk” in Spanish

“Front desk” in Spanish is recepción.

Service desk at a building entrance for admitting and attending visitors.

Full entry for recepción: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with recepción

La recepción confirmó nuestra reserva por teléfono.

The front desk confirmed our reservation by phone.

Tips for using recepción

  • Although English 'reception' often evokes a party, in Spanish contexts (especially hotels and offices) recepción usually means the front desk.

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