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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