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anfitrión

host

noun ahn-fee-TRYOHN Less Common

Origin: From the Greek mythological figure Amphitryon.

Usage Note

Anfitrión is the person who hosts guests at a party, event, or country. The feminine form is anfitriona. In international contexts, país anfitrión means 'host country', as for the Olympics.

Examples

"El anfitrión recibió a todos los invitados."

Natural Translation

The host welcomed all the guests.

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