Concierge

Definition

A hotel employee whose job is to assist guests by arranging tours, making theater and restaurant reservations, etc.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

• IPA Pronunciation:
• American: /ˌkɒn.siˈɛərʒ/
• British: /kɒnˈsjɛəʒ/
• Respelling:
• American: kon-see-AIRZH
• British: kon-SYAIRZH

Etymology

The term "concierge" is borrowed from French. Originally, it meant "keeper of the keys" in medieval establishments, where the concierge would hold the keys to the rooms and ensure guests had everything they needed during their stay.

Derivatives

• Conciergeship
• Conciergerie (historic prison in Paris)
• Concierge medicine (a system of healthcare where patients pay an annual fee or retainer)
• Concierge service
• E-concierge (digital or electronic concierge services)

Synonyms

• Caretaker
• Custodian
• Attendant

Antonyms

• None

Usage

• "The hotel's concierge provided us with invaluable recommendations for local dining."
• "With the rise of technology, many hotels now offer concierge services through apps."

Related Terms

• Hotelier
• Hospitality
• Bellhop
• Receptionist

Detailed Definition

Noun:

• An employee, often at a hotel, who performs tasks such as making restaurant reservations, arranging for spa services, recommending nightlife hot spots, booking transportation, and coordinating any other guest requests.
• Example: "We asked the concierge for directions to the nearest museum."
• A person at a residential building, especially in France, who takes care of the building and checks the mail.
• Example: "The concierge at the apartment building helped us with our luggage."
• In some modern contexts, a service or a person in businesses or buildings who can make arrangements or give advice on various tasks or problems.
• Example: "The company provides a personal concierge for all its employees to help them manage their schedules."

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