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Hostel

hostel

noun HOS-tel Rare

Origin: from English / French 'hostel'

Usage Note

Hostel in contemporary German refers to modern budget accommodation for independent travellers, distinct from the traditional Jugendherberge (DJH member hostel). German Hostels are concentrated in cities and cater to backpackers.

Examples

"Im Hostel in der Altstadt hat man schnell neue Reisende kennengelernt."

Natural Translation

At the hostel in the old town you quickly got to know other travellers.

Literal Translation

In the hostel in the old town has one quickly new travellers got-to-know.

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