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होटल

A1 noun 9분 분량

होटल

Hotel or restaurant

At the A1 level, 'होटल' is one of the first nouns you learn because it is essential for basic survival and travel. You learn it as a direct equivalent to 'hotel' or 'restaurant'. Focus is on simple identification ('This is a hotel') and basic needs ('I want a hotel'). Grammar is limited to the present tense of the verb 'to be' (cha/ho) and basic postpositions like '-ma'. Learners at this stage use the word to navigate their immediate environment, asking for directions or identifying where they are staying. The dual meaning (eating vs. staying) is introduced as a surprising but vital cultural tip.

At the A2 level, you begin to describe the 'होटल' using basic adjectives. You can talk about a 'big hotel', 'cheap hotel', or 'good restaurant'. You start using the word in the context of daily routines, such as 'I eat at the hotel every day'. You also learn to use 'hotal' with verbs of motion like 'jaanu' (to go) and 'aaunu' (to come). The distinction between 'hotal' and 'ghar' (home) becomes clearer, and you can handle basic transactions like asking for the price of a room or a meal within the establishment.

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At the B1 level, 'होटल' is used to describe experiences and plans. You can talk about your stay in a hotel during a past trip or your preference for certain types of restaurants. You start using more complex sentence structures, such as 'If the hotel is good, we will stay there'. You also begin to understand the social role of the 'hotal' in Nepali society—as a place for community gathering. You can complain about service or praise the food using more specific vocabulary, and you understand the difference between a 'hotal' and a 'resort' or 'lodge' in terms of price and quality.

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At the B2 level, you use 'होटल' in discussions about broader topics like tourism, the economy, and service standards. You can debate the impact of large hotels on local culture or the environment. Your vocabulary expands to include industry terms like 'hotal byabasaya' (hotel business/management). You can understand and participate in conversations about the hospitality industry's role in Nepal's development. You are also comfortable with the figurative uses of the word and can navigate the nuances of formal vs. informal settings where 'hotal' might be replaced by more specific terms.

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At the C1 level, you recognize the stylistic choices involved in using 'होटल' versus its more formal synonyms like 'भोजनालय' or 'आवास'. You can appreciate the word's use in literature or news reports where it might symbolize modernization or commercialization. You understand subtle social cues: for instance, how the choice of a 'hotal' for a meeting reflects the social status of the participants. You can discuss the linguistics of loanwords in Nepali and how 'hotal' has evolved to carry meanings that the original English word does not possess.

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At the C2 level, you have a masterly grasp of 'होटल' in all its cultural and linguistic complexity. You can use it in high-level academic or professional discourse about urban planning, hospitality laws, or historical shifts in Nepali social life. You understand the deepest etymological roots and the socio-political implications of the 'hotal' culture in different regions of Nepal (e.g., the difference between a Kathmandu boutique hotel and a remote mountain teahouse). You can use the word with perfect nuance in any register, from street slang to formal oratory.

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होटल 30초 만에

होटल (Hotal) is a versatile Nepali noun meaning both 'hotel' and 'restaurant', reflecting a unique cultural blend of hospitality.
It is a loanword from English but has a broader application in daily Nepali life, covering all sizes of eateries and lodgings.
Grammatically, it often takes the postposition '-ma' to indicate location and is frequently used in both formal and informal registers.
Understanding its dual meaning is crucial for travelers to avoid confusion between seeking a place to sleep versus a place to eat.

The word होटल (Hotal) is one of the most versatile and frequently used nouns in the Nepali language. While it is a direct loanword from the English word 'hotel', its semantic range in Nepal is significantly broader than its Western counterpart. In an English-speaking context, a hotel is primarily a place for lodging. However, in Nepal, the term होटल encompasses everything from a five-star luxury resort to a tiny roadside shack selling tea and snacks. This dual meaning is the first thing a learner must master: it refers to both a place to stay and a place to eat.

Primary Definition: An establishment providing accommodation, meals, and other services for travelers and tourists.
Colloquial Usage: Commonly used to refer to any restaurant, café, or small eatery where food is served, regardless of whether lodging is available.

In urban centers like Kathmandu or Pokhara, if someone says they are going to a 'hotal', they might be going for a business meeting in a grand lobby or simply grabbing a quick plate of momos at a local corner shop. In rural trekking regions, a होटल is often a 'teahouse'—a family-run establishment where the ground floor serves as a dining area and the upper floor provides basic rooms. This integration of food and shelter under one word reflects the traditional Nepali culture of hospitality where the two are inseparable.

म एउटा सानो होटलमा खाजा खाँदैछु। (I am eating a snack in a small hotel/restaurant.)

Historically, the concept of a 'hotel' as a commercial lodging space is relatively new in Nepal, gaining traction after the country opened its borders in the 1950s. Before that, travelers stayed in 'Dharmashalas' (pilgrim rest houses) or private homes. As tourism grew, the English word was adopted and adapted. Today, the word is so ubiquitous that it has largely replaced traditional terms like 'Bhojanalaya' in everyday conversation, especially among the younger generation. Understanding this word requires looking beyond the dictionary and seeing the vibrant street life of Nepal where every 'hotal' tells a story of local flavors and community gathering.

यो होटल धेरै महँगो छ। (This hotel is very expensive.)

Cultural Nuance: In many villages, the 'hotal' is the social hub where elders gather to discuss local politics over cups of milk tea.

Using होटल (Hotal) correctly involves understanding Nepali sentence structure, which typically follows a Subject-Object-Verb (SOV) pattern. Because 'hotal' is a noun, it often takes postpositions—suffixes that function like English prepositions but come after the word. The most common postposition used with 'hotal' is '-ma' (मा), meaning 'in' or 'at'. For instance, 'होटलमा' (hotal-ma) means 'in the hotel' or 'at the restaurant'.

Location Marking: To say 'at the hotel', always add '-ma'. Example: 'म होटलमा छु' (Ma hotal-ma chu) - I am at the hotel.
Directional Usage: When moving toward a hotel, you can use 'tira' (तिर - towards) or simply 'ma' depending on the context of arrival.

Adjectives usually precede the noun. If you want to describe a hotel, the adjective comes first. Common descriptors include 'राम्रो' (ramro - good/beautiful), 'सफा' (sapha - clean), 'महँगो' (mahango - expensive), and 'नजिक' (najik - near). For example, 'राम्रो होटल' (ramro hotal) means 'a good hotel'. When asking a question, you might use 'कहाँ' (kaha - where) or 'कुन' (kun - which). 'राम्रो होटल कहाँ छ?' (Ramro hotal kaha cha?) translates to 'Where is a good hotel?'

हामी भोलि एउटा सस्तो होटल खोज्नेछौं। (We will look for a cheap hotel tomorrow.)

In more complex sentences, 'hotal' can be part of a compound subject or object. When discussing ownership, the possessive suffix '-ko' (को) is used. 'होटलको खाना' (hotal-ko khana) means 'the hotel's food'. This is a very common phrase because many people in Nepal eat daily meals at local 'hotels'. If you are referring to a specific hotel by name, the name usually comes before the word 'hotal', such as 'Annapurna Hotal'.

त्यो होटलको कोठा धेरै ठूलो छ। (That hotel's room is very big.)

Finally, consider the verb agreement. If you are the subject doing something at the hotel, the verb must match your level of respect (honorifics). While 'hotal' itself is neutral, the way you talk about staying or eating there changes. For example, 'म होटलमा बस्छु' (Ma hotal-ma baschu - I stay at the hotel) is neutral, whereas 'उहाँ होटलमा बस्नुहुन्छ' (Uha hotal-ma basnuhuncha - He/She stays at the hotel) uses the high honorific for the person staying there.

You will hear the word होटल (Hotal) the moment you step out of an airport or bus station in Nepal. It is perhaps the most shouted word by 'touts' or 'agents' trying to attract customers. 'Hotal chahiyo?' (Need a hotel?) is a common refrain in tourist hubs like Thamel or Lakeside. In these contexts, it almost always refers to accommodation. However, as you move into the residential streets or the 'gallis' (alleys), the word takes on its culinary identity.

Transport Hubs: Taxi drivers and bus conductors frequently use 'hotal' to designate drop-off points or to suggest places to stay.
Daily Social Life: Friends often say, 'Hotal jau na' (Let's go to a hotel), which usually means 'Let's go grab some tea or food'.

On the highways of Nepal, 'hotal' is the sign of survival. Long-distance buses stop at designated 'highway hotels' for 'Dal Bhat' (the national meal). Here, the word 'hotal' is synonymous with a pit stop. You will hear the conductor yell 'Khana khane hotal aayo!' (The eating hotel has arrived!), signaling a 20-minute break for everyone to eat. In this setting, the 'hotal' is a high-speed, efficient dining hall serving hundreds of people simultaneously.

यो बाटोमा धेरै राम्रा होटलहरू छन्। (There are many good hotels/restaurants on this road.)

In the mountains, the word is used interchangeably with 'lodge'. When trekking to Everest Base Camp or the Annapurna Circuit, every village is a collection of 'hotels'. You will hear trekkers asking, 'Arko hotal kati tadha cha?' (How far is the next hotel?). In this context, the 'hotal' is a sanctuary providing warmth, a hot meal, and a sleeping bag space. It is the center of the mountain economy and the primary point of interaction between locals and foreigners.

के यो होटलमा तातो पानी पाइन्छ? (Is hot water available in this hotel?)

News and Media: Radio and TV news often use 'पर्यटन र होटल व्यवसाय' (Tourism and hotel business) when discussing the economy.

The most frequent mistake English speakers make is assuming होटल (Hotal) *only* means a place for lodging. If a Nepali friend invites you to a 'hotal', and you show up with your suitcase ready to check in, you might find yourself sitting on a wooden bench in front of a plate of spicy chickpeas instead. Always clarify the intent: is it for 'khana' (eating) or 'basna' (staying)?

The 'Restaurant' Confusion: While the word 'restaurant' (रेष्टुरेन्ट) exists in Nepali, it is often reserved for fancy, Western-style places. Using it for a local eatery might sound overly formal or out of place.
Grammar: The Missing '-ma': Learners often say 'Ma hotal chu' (I am hotel), which implies you are the building. You must say 'Ma hotal-ma chu' (I am *at* the hotel).

Another mistake is pronunciation. While it looks like 'hotel', the Nepali pronunciation is slightly different. The 'o' is more like the 'o' in 'boat' but shorter, and the 'a' in 'tal' is a short 'uh' sound (schwa), similar to the 'a' in 'about'. Pronouncing it exactly like the English 'hotel' (with a long 'e' sound) will be understood but will sound foreign. Aim for 'Ho-tuhl'.

गलत: म होटल जान्छु। (Incorrect if you mean 'I am in the hotel' right now.)
सही: म होटलमा छु। (Correct: I am in the hotel.)

Furthermore, don't confuse 'hotal' with 'lodge' or 'resort' in formal writing. While 'hotal' is the umbrella term, in a business context or a travel brochure, using the specific term is better. However, in spoken Nepali, 'hotal' remains the king of convenience. Also, be careful with the plural. Adding '-haru' (होटलहरू) is correct for 'hotels', but often the context makes the plural clear without the suffix, and overusing '-haru' can make your Nepali sound robotic.

धेरै होटल खाली छन्। (Many hotels are empty - here '-haru' is omitted but understood.)

While होटल (Hotal) is the most common term, there are several alternatives depending on the specific type of establishment you are referring to. Understanding these synonyms will help you navigate different social and commercial settings in Nepal more effectively.

रेष्टुरेन्ट (Restaurant): Used primarily in cities for upscale or specialized eating places that do not offer rooms. It implies a higher price point and often international cuisine.
भोजनालय (Bhojanalaya): A more traditional, Sanskrit-derived word for 'eatery' or 'dining hall'. It is often found on signs for places that serve traditional Nepali 'thali' meals.
खाजा घर (Khaja Ghar): Literally 'Snack House'. These are smaller establishments that focus on afternoon snacks like chiura, tarkari, and tea rather than full meals.

For lodging, you might encounter 'लज' (Lodge) or 'गेस्ट हाउस' (Guest House). A 'lodge' in the mountains is exactly what Westerners expect—a rustic hotel. A 'Guest House' usually implies a smaller, more intimate, and often cheaper alternative to a large hotel, frequently found in tourist areas like Patan or Bhaktapur. 'रिसोर्ट' (Resort) is used for high-end properties, usually located outside city centers with large grounds and leisure facilities.

हामी होटल भन्दा गेस्ट हाउसमा बस्न मन पराउँछौं। (We prefer staying in a guest house rather than a hotel.)

In very formal or literary Nepali, you might see the word 'आवास' (Aawas) for residence or 'विश्राम गृह' (Bishram Griha) for a rest house. However, these are rarely used in conversation. If you are looking for a place to eat specifically, 'खाद्यशाला' (Khadyashala) is another formal term, but again, 'hotal' is the word that will actually get you fed. Comparing these words shows the evolution of Nepali from a Sanskrit-heavy language to one that readily absorbs and adapts global vocabulary to fit its unique cultural needs.

How Formal Is It?

격식체

"यस होटलमा अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय स्तरको सुविधा उपलब्ध छ।"

중립

"हामी होटलमा भेट्नेछौं।"

비격식체

"त्यो होटलको मोमो बबाल छ! (That hotel's momo is awesome!)"

Child friendly

"हेर, कति ठूलो होटल!"

속어

"आज होटल हान्ने हो? (Are we hitting the hotel/restaurant today?)"

재미있는 사실

In Nepal, the word 'hotel' has evolved to mean 'restaurant' more often than 'lodging' in rural areas.

발음 가이드

UK /hoʊˈtɛl/

US /hoʊˈtɛl/

In Nepali, the stress is relatively even, but the first syllable 'Ho' is clear and the 'tal' is short.

라임이 맞는 단어

कोतल (Kotal) बोतल (Botal - Bottle) जोतल (Jotal) पोतल (Potal) सोतल (Sotal) रोतल (Rotal) मोतल (Motal) गोतल (Gotal)

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing 'tal' like 'tall' (it should be 'tuhl').
Over-emphasizing the 'h' like a heavy sigh.
Using a long English 'e' sound in the second syllable.
Misplacing the stress on the last syllable like in French.
Forgetting that the 'o' is a pure vowel in Nepali, not a diphthong.

난이도

독해 1/5

Very easy to read as it follows standard phonetic rules and is a familiar loanword.

쓰기 1/5

Simple characters (ha, o-kar, ta, la) make it easy to write.

말하기 2/5

Slightly tricky to master the Nepali 't' and 'a' sounds compared to English.

듣기 1/5

Very recognizable even in fast speech.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

खाना (Food) बस्नु (To sit/stay) कहाँ (Where) छ (Is) राम्रो (Good)

다음에 배울 것

मेनु (Menu) कोठा (Room) पैसा (Money) बिल (Bill) सेवा (Service)

고급

आतिथ्य (Hospitality) पर्यटन (Tourism) व्यवस्थापन (Management) वास्तुकला (Architecture) परिकार (Dish)

알아야 할 문법

Postposition '-ma'

होटलमा (at the hotel)

Possessive '-ko'

होटलको (of the hotel)

Adjective placement

राम्रो होटल (good hotel)

Plural marker '-haru'

होटलहरू (hotels)

Verb agreement with respect

उहाँ होटलमा हुनुहुन्छ (He/She is at the hotel - honorific)

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यो एउटा होटल हो।

This is a hotel.

Simple 'Subject + Noun + Verb' structure.

होटल कहाँ छ?

Where is the hotel?

Question word 'kaha' (where) comes before the verb.

म होटलमा छु।

I am at the hotel.

Use of '-ma' postposition for location.

होटल सानो छ।

The hotel is small.

Adjective 'sano' describing the noun.

यो राम्रो होटल हो।

This is a good hotel.

Adjective 'ramro' precedes the noun.

होटलमा खाना छ।

There is food in the hotel.

Existential verb 'cha' used for availability.

म होटल जान्छु।

I am going to the hotel.

Verb 'janchu' (go) in first person present.

होटलको नाम के हो?

What is the hotel's name?

Possessive '-ko' used with 'hotal'.

हामी एउटा सस्तो होटल खोज्दैछौं।

We are looking for a cheap hotel.

Present continuous verb 'khojdaichau'.

यो होटलमा कोठा खाली छ?

Is there a room available in this hotel?

Interrogative sentence without a question word.

होटलको खाना धेरै मिठो छ।

The hotel's food is very delicious.

Adverb 'dherai' (very) modifying the adjective 'mitho'.

म भोलि होटल छोड्छु।

I will leave the hotel tomorrow.

Future/Present tense used for scheduled actions.

त्यो होटल सफा छैन।

Negative form 'chaina' of the verb 'cha'.

होटलमा कति जना मान्छे छन्?

How many people are in the hotel?

Plural verb 'chan' used with 'manche' (people).

मलाई एउटा राम्रो होटल देखाउनुहोस्।

Please show me a good hotel.

Imperative form 'dekhaunuhos' (please show).

हामीले होटलमा पैसा तिर्यौं।

We paid money at the hotel.

Past tense verb 'tiryau'.

यदि होटल टाढा छ भने हामी ट्याक्सी चढ्छौं।

If the hotel is far, we will take a taxi.

Conditional 'yadi... bhane' (if... then) structure.

मैले एउटा पुरानो होटलमा रात बिताएँ।

I spent the night in an old hotel.

Past tense 'bitaye' with first person 'maile'.

होटलको सेवा सोचेको भन्दा राम्रो रहेछ।

The hotel service turned out to be better than expected.

Comparative 'bhanda' and 'raicha' for discovery.

तपाईं कुन होटलमा बस्न मन पराउनुहुन्छ?

Which hotel do you like to stay in?

Honorific verb 'man paraunuhuncha'.

यस शहरमा धेरै नयाँ होटलहरू खुलेका छन्।

Many new hotels have opened in this city.

Plural '-haru' and present perfect 'khuleka chan'.

होटल बुक गर्नको लागि मलाई फोन गर्नुहोस्।

Call me to book the hotel.

Infinitive 'book garna' with 'ko lagi' (for the purpose of).

हामीले होटलमा बास पायौं।

We found shelter/accommodation in the hotel.

Idiomatic use of 'baas paunu' (to get shelter).

होटलको झ्यालबाट हिमाल देखिन्छ।

The mountains can be seen from the hotel window.

Passive/Potential verb 'dekhincha' (is seen).

पर्यटन बढ्नाले होटल व्यवसायमा सुधार आएको छ।

The hotel business has improved due to the increase in tourism.

Causal '-nale' suffix attached to the verb 'badhna'.

होटलका कर्मचारीहरू धेरै मिहिनेती र सहयोगी छन्।

The hotel staff are very hardworking and helpful.

Plural possessive 'hotal-ka'.

यो होटलको वास्तुकला परम्परागत शैलीको छ।

The architecture of this hotel is of a traditional style.

Abstract noun 'wastukala' (architecture).

होटलमा बस्दा सुरक्षाको राम्रो व्यवस्था हुनुपर्छ।

There should be good security arrangements when staying in a hotel.

Obligative 'hunuparcha' (should be).

धेरैजसो होटलहरूले अनलाइन बुकिङ सुविधा दिन्छन्।

Most hotels provide online booking facilities.

Subject 'dheraijaso hotal-haru' (most hotels).

होटलको मेनुमा विभिन्न प्रकारका परिकारहरू छन्।

There are various types of dishes on the hotel menu.

Word 'parikar' for dishes/delicacies.

हामीले होटल व्यवस्थापनको बारेमा छलफल गर्यौं।

We discussed hotel management.

Compound noun 'hotal byabasthapan'.

होटलको वातावरण शान्त र रमाइलो छ।

The hotel atmosphere is peaceful and pleasant.

Abstract noun 'watabaran' (atmosphere).

होटल क्षेत्रले देशको अर्थतन्त्रमा ठूलो योगदान पुर्याएको छ।

The hotel sector has made a significant contribution to the country's economy.

Formal term 'kshetra' (sector) and 'yogdan puryaye ko' (contributed).

होटलको गुणस्तर निर्धारण गर्न नयाँ मापदण्डहरू बनाइएका छन्।

New standards have been created to determine hotel quality.

Passive construction 'banaiyeka chan'.

विलासी होटलहरूको निर्माणले स्थानीय संस्कृतिमा प्रभाव पारेको छ।

The construction of luxury hotels has influenced local culture.

Adjective 'wilasi' (luxurious) and 'prabhaw pareko' (influenced).

होटल सञ्चालन गर्दा वातावरणीय पक्षलाई ध्यान दिनु जरुरी छ।

It is necessary to consider environmental aspects when operating a hotel.

Gerund 'sanchalan garda' (while operating).

होटलका कोठाहरूको मूल्य सिजन अनुसार फरक हुन्छ।

The price of hotel rooms varies according to the season.

Phrase 'anusar' (according to).

ग्रामीण भेगका होटलहरूमा स्थानीय उत्पादनको प्रयोग बढ्दो छ।

The use of local products is increasing in hotels in rural areas.

Participial adjective 'badhdo' (increasing).

होटल मजदुरहरूको हकहितका लागि नयाँ नियमहरू लागू गरिए।

New rules were implemented for the welfare of hotel workers.

Past passive 'lagu gariye'.

होटलको आतिथ्य सत्कार नै यसको सफलताको मुख्य कडी हो।

The hotel's hospitality is the main key to its success.

Metaphorical use of 'kadi' (link/key).

होटल उद्योगको व्यवसायीकरणले मौलिकता गुम्ने खतरा बढेको छ।

The commercialization of the hotel industry has increased the risk of losing authenticity.

Complex noun phrase 'hotal udyogko byabasaikaran'.

होटल व्यवस्थापनमा सूचना प्रविधिको भूमिका अपरिहार्य बन्दै गएको छ।

The role of information technology in hotel management is becoming indispensable.

Advanced adjective 'apariharya' (indispensable).

होटलको सेवामा आधुनिकीकरण र परम्पराको फ्युजन देख्न सकिन्छ।

A fusion of modernization and tradition can be seen in the hotel's service.

Abstract concept 'fusion' and 'dekhna sakincha'.

होटलहरूले दिगो पर्यटनका लागि पारिस्थितिकीय सन्तुलन कायम राख्नुपर्छ।

Hotels must maintain ecological balance for sustainable tourism.

Technical term 'paristhitikiy santulan' (ecological balance).

होटलको ब्रान्डिङले अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय बजारमा प्रतिस्पर्धा गर्न मद्दत गर्दछ।

Hotel branding helps in competing in the international market.

Verb 'madat gardacha' (helps) in a formal register.

होटलका नीतिहरूले कर्मचारीहरूको उत्पादकत्वमा प्रत्यक्ष असर पार्दछन्।

Hotel policies directly affect the productivity of employees.

Plural subject-verb agreement.

होटलको आन्तरिक सजावटले आगन्तुकको मनोविज्ञानमा प्रभाव पार्दछ।

The interior decor of the hotel influences the psychology of the visitor.

Sophisticated vocabulary like 'manobigyan' (psychology).

होटल क्षेत्रको विविधीकरणले नयाँ लगानीका अवसरहरू सिर्जना गरेको छ।

The diversification of the hotel sector has created new investment opportunities.

Economic terminology 'bibidhikaran' (diversification).

자주 쓰는 조합

होटल बुकिङ

होटल व्यवस्थापन

होटल व्यवसाय

पाँच तारे होटल

होटलको कोठा

होटलका कर्मचारी

होटलको मेनु

सस्तो होटल

होटलको बास

होटलको खाना

자주 쓰는 구문

होटल जाऔं

होटल कहाँ छ?

होटलमा बस्ने

होटलको बिल

राम्रो होटल

होटल बुक गर्ने

होटल खाली छ?

होटलको सुविधा

होटलको मालिक

होटल र रेस्टुरेन्ट

자주 혼동되는 단어

होटल vs घर (Ghar)

Ghar is a private home; Hotal is a commercial establishment.

होटल vs डेरा (Dera)

Dera is a rented room for living; Hotal is for short stays.

होटल vs पसल (Pasal)

Pasal is a general shop; Hotal specifically serves food or rooms.

관용어 및 표현

"होटलको बास हुनु"

To have to stay in a hotel (often implying being away from home for a long time).

कामको सिलसिलामा मेरो सधैं होटलको बास हुन्छ।

Neutral

"होटल धाउनु"

To visit hotels/restaurants frequently (often implying laziness at home or a busy social life).

उनी सधैं होटल धाउँछन्, घरमा खादैनन्।

Informal

"होटलको खानाले अघाउनु"

To be tired of eating out (hotel food).

होटलको खानाले अघाएर अब घरको खाना मन पर्छ।

Informal

"होटल चलाउनु"

To run a hotel, but sometimes used metaphorically for a house that is too busy.

तिम्रो घर त होटल चलाए जस्तै छ, जो पनि आउँछ जान्छ।

Informal

"होटल जस्तै"

Like a hotel (referring to a place that is clean or impersonal).

यो अस्पताल त होटल जस्तै सफा रहेछ।

Neutral

"होटलको बाटो रोज्नु"

To choose to stay in a hotel (often instead of a relative's house).

पाहुना लाग्न नचाहेर उनले होटलको बाटो रोजे।

Neutral

"होटलको मेनु जस्तै"

Like a hotel menu (referring to someone with too many choices or changes).

उसको कुरा त होटलको मेनु जस्तै छ, छिनछिनमा फेरिन्छ।

Slang

"होटलमा रजाईं"

Living luxuriously in a hotel.

पैसा भएपछि होटलमा रजाईं गर्न पाइन्छ।

Informal

"होटल खोज्दै हिँड्नु"

To be wandering in search of a place (literally or metaphorically).

रात परेपछि उनी होटल खोज्दै हिँडे।

Neutral

"होटलको चिया"

Hotel tea (often implying a quick, social interaction).

होटलको चिया खाँदै गफ गरौं।

Informal

혼동하기 쉬운

होटल vs रेष्टुरेन्ट

Both involve food.

Restaurant is more formal and specific to food; Hotal is broader.

हामी रेष्टुरेन्टमा खाजा खान्छौं।

होटल vs लज

Both involve staying.

Lodge is often simpler and specifically for sleeping; Hotal can be both.

यो लज सानो छ।

होटल vs ढावा

Roadside eateries.

Dhawa is a Hindi loanword for roadside shacks; Hotal is more common in Nepali.

हाइवेमा एउटा ढावा छ।

होटल vs क्याफे

Places for coffee/snacks.

Cafe is specific to coffee culture; Hotal is more traditional.

यो क्याफेमा कफी मिठो छ।

होटल vs क्यान्टिन

Eating places.

Canteen is inside an institution (school/office); Hotal is public.

अफिसको क्यान्टिनमा खाना पाइन्छ।

문장 패턴

यो [Noun] हो।

यो होटल हो।

[Noun] कहाँ छ?

होटल कहाँ छ?

[Adjective] [Noun]

सस्तो होटल

म [Noun]मा [Verb]

म होटलमा खान्छु।

[Noun]को [Noun]

होटलको कोठा

यदि [Sentence] भने [Sentence]

यदि होटल राम्रो छ भने हामी बस्छौं।

[Noun] क्षेत्रमा [Noun]

होटल क्षेत्रमा सुधार

[Noun]को व्यवसायीकरण

होटलको व्यवसायीकरण

어휘 가족

명사

동사

형용사

사용법

frequency

Extremely high in daily conversation and travel.

자주 하는 실수

Ma hotal chu. → Ma hotal-ma chu.
Without '-ma', you are saying 'I am a hotel'.
Hotal jaau (when wanting to sleep). → Hotal-ma baas basna jaau.
Just 'Hotal jaau' often implies going to eat.
Using 'hotal' for a friend's house. → Sathiko ghar.
A private home is never a 'hotal'.
Pronouncing it 'Ho-TELL'. → Ho-tuhl.
The stress and vowel sounds are different in Nepali.
Hotal-haru dherai mahango cha. → Hotal-haru dherai mahango chan.
The verb must be plural ('chan') for plural subjects.

팁

Dual Meaning

Always remember that 'hotal' can be a place to eat OR a place to sleep. Context is key!

Mountain Lodges

In trekking areas, every building is called a 'hotal', providing basic food and a bed.

Location Marker

Don't forget to add '-ma' (मा) when you want to say you are 'at' the hotel.

Addressing Owners

Call the male owner 'Sahuji' and the female owner 'Sahuni' for better service.

Specifics

Use 'Basne hotal' for lodging and 'Khane hotal' for dining if you want to be 100% clear.

Soft 'T'

The 't' in 'hotal' is soft (dental), like in 'think', not hard like in 'table'.

Payment

Most small 'hotels' (restaurants) only accept cash, so keep some Nepali Rupees handy.

Tea Time

A 'hotal' is the best place to experience local life over a cup of 'Chiya'.

Registration

When staying in a 'hotal', you will usually need to provide your passport details for the register.

Signboards

Reading hotel signboards is a great way to practice your Nepali script.

암기하기

기억법

Think of a 'HOT' 'TALL' building where you can eat 'HOT' food. Ho-tal.

시각적 연상

Imagine a building with a sign that has a bed on one side and a plate of food on the other.

Word Web

Restaurant Lodging Tourism Food Bed Service Travel Bill

챌린지

Try to spot five signs with the word 'होटल' while walking in a Nepali market and notice what they sell.

어원

Borrowed from the English word 'hotel', which originates from the Old French 'hostel'.

원래 의미: A place providing lodging and sometimes meals.

Indo-European (via English loanword).

문화적 맥락

Be aware that small local hotels may have basic facilities; the word doesn't always imply luxury.

English speakers should be prepared for the word to mean restaurant 80% of the time in casual conversation.

Hotel Soaltee (Kathmandu's iconic luxury hotel) Hotel Annapurna The 'Hotel' sign in the movie 'Caravan'

실생활에서 연습하기

실제 사용 상황

Travel

होटल कहाँ छ?
कोठा खाली छ?
एक रातको कति?
चेक-इन कहिले हो?

Dining

मेनु दिनुहोस्
खाना मिठो छ
बिल ल्याउनुहोस्
पानी दिनुहोस्

Business

होटल बुक गरौं
मिटिङ होटलमा छ
होटलको सेवा राम्रो छ
हामी होटलमा भेट्छौं

Emergency

मलाई होटल पुर्याउनुहोस्
होटलको फोन नम्बर के हो?
होटलमा मेरो सामान छ
होटल कता हो?

Social

होटल जाऔं
त्यो होटल राम्रो छ
होटलमा को छ?
होटलमा चिया खाऔं

대화 시작하기

"तपाईं कुन होटलमा बस्नुभएको छ? (Which hotel are you staying in?)"

"यहाँ नजिकै कुनै राम्रो होटल छ? (Is there any good hotel/restaurant nearby?)"

"होटलको खाना कस्तो लाग्यो? (How did you like the hotel food?)"

"हामी कुन होटलमा जाने? (Which hotel/restaurant shall we go to?)"

"के यो होटलमा वाइफाइ छ? (Is there Wi-Fi in this hotel?)"

일기 주제

तपाईंले बसेको सबैभन्दा राम्रो होटलको बारेमा लेख्नुहोस्। (Write about the best hotel you have ever stayed in.)

होटलमा खाना खानु र घरमा खाना खानुमा के फरक छ? (What is the difference between eating at a hotel and eating at home?)

नेपालका होटलहरूमा तपाईंलाई के मन पर्छ? (What do you like about hotels in Nepal?)

यदि तपाईंको आफ्नै होटल हुन्थ्यो भने, तपाईं त्यसलाई कस्तो बनाउनुहुन्थ्यो? (If you had your own hotel, how would you make it?)

होटलको सेवा कसरी सुधार्न सकिन्छ? (How can hotel service be improved?)

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

No, in Nepal, it very often means a restaurant or a small tea shop. You should check if they have 'basne' (staying) facilities.

It is an English loanword that has been completely integrated into the Nepali language with a slightly broader meaning.

You can say 'Sasto hotal kaha cha?' which means 'Where is a cheap hotel?'

Yes, but you would usually specify 'Paanch tare hotal' (five-star hotel) or use the word 'resort'.

In modern Nepali, most nouns like 'hotal' are treated as masculine/neutral.

It is a restaurant along the highway where buses stop for passengers to eat Dal Bhat.

In small local hotels, tipping is not mandatory but appreciated. In big hotels, a service charge is often included.

It means the establishment serves both full meals (Khana) and snacks (Nashta).

Yes, but 'रेष्टुरेन्ट' usually implies a more modern, upscale, or Western-style place.

You say 'Ma hotal-ma baschu'.

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