Xenia
[noun]
1. (古希腊)客人或朋友之间的友好款待与礼遇;待客之道;好客之道。
- Xenia, in ancient Greece, was the concept of hospitality and generosity shown to guests or strangers. It was considered a moral obligation and a way to establish positive relationships.
2. 行为文化,尤指对于陌生人的友善和慷慨。
- Xenia, as a cultural behavior, especially refers to kindness and generosity towards strangers.
[adjective]
1. 与待客之道相关的;好客的。
- Pertaining to or relating to the concept of hospitality.
词语辨析
- Xenia和hospitality都指待客之道,但xenia强调的是客人或陌生人之间的友善和礼遇,而hospitality更广泛地指待客之道。
词汇扩充
- xenophile: 喜欢外国人或外国文化的人。
- xenophobia: 对陌生人或外国人的恐惧或反感。
近义词
- hospitality: 款待,好客。
反义词
- inhospitality: 不好客,不友善。
柯林斯词典
- Xenia is not found in the Collins Dictionary.
牛津词典
- Xenia is not found in the Oxford Dictionary.
用法
- "The ancient Greeks believed in the importance of xenia, treating guests with kindness and respect."(古希腊人相信xenia的重要性,对待客人要友善和尊重。)
- "The hotel is known for its exceptional xenia, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere to all its guests."(这家酒店以其出色的xenia而闻名,为所有客人提供温暖而热情的氛围。)
例句
1. The villagers practiced xenia by offering food and shelter to the weary travelers.(村民们通过提供食物和住所来实践xenia,以招待疲惫的旅行者。)
2. The host showed great xenia towards his foreign guests, making them feel at home.(主人对他的外国客人表现出极好的xenia,让他们感觉宾至如归。)
3. The concept of xenia was deeply ingrained in the ancient Greek culture.(xenia的概念深深植根于古希腊文化中。)
4. The hotel's reputation for xenia attracts visitors from all over the world.(这家酒店以xenia而闻名,吸引了来自世界各地的游客。)
5. The travelers were grateful for the xenia they received during their journey.(旅行者对他们在旅程中获得的xenia心怀感激。)
6. The local tradition emphasized the importance of xenia towards strangers.(当地的传统强调了对陌生人的xenia的重要性。)
7. The book explores the concept of xenia in various cultures throughout history.(这本书探讨了历史上各种文化中的xenia概念。)
8. The family's xenia was evident in their warm welcome and generous hospitality.(这个家庭的xenia通过他们热情的欢迎和慷慨的款待显而易见。)
9. The ancient Greeks believed that practicing xenia would bring blessings and good fortune.(古希腊人相信实践xenia会带来祝福和好运。)
10. The hotel staff underwent training to ensure they provided excellent xenia to all guests.(酒店员工接受培训,以确保他们为所有客人提供优质的xenia。)
11. The concept of xenia extends beyond physical hospitality and includes showing kindness and respect to others.(xenia的概念超越了物质上的好客,还包括对他人的友善和尊重。)
12. The host's xenia towards the guests was reflected in the elaborate meal and comfortable accommodations.(主人对客人的xenia体现在精心准备的餐食和舒适的住所上。)
13. The innkeeper's xenia was renowned in the region, attracting travelers from far and wide.(旅店老板的xenia在该地区享有盛誉,吸引了远近的旅行者。)
14. The cultural exchange program aims to promote xenia and understanding between different nations.(文化交流计划旨在促进不同国家之间的xenia和理解。)
15. The town's xenia committee organized events to foster a sense of community and unity among residents.(镇上的xenia委员会组织活动,培养居民之间的社区感和团结感。)
16. The traveler was grateful for the xenia shown by the locals, who helped him find his way in an unfamiliar city.(旅行者对当地人表现出的xenia心怀感激,他们帮助他在陌生的城市中找到了路。)
17. The concept of xenia is deeply rooted in many cultures around the world, emphasizing the importance of hospitality and kindness.(xenia的概念在世界上许多文化中深深扎根,强调了好客和友善的重要性。)
18. The hotel's xenia policy ensures that all guests are treated with equal respect and attention.(酒店的xenia政策确保所有客人都受到平等的尊重和关注。)
19. The art of xenia involves not only providing physical comfort but also creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.(xenia的艺术不仅涉及提供物质上的舒适,还包括营造一个热情和包容的氛围。)
20. The traveler was amazed by the xenia he experienced during his stay in the small village, where everyone treated him like family.(旅行者对他在小村庄里体验到的xenia感到惊讶,每个人都像对待家人一样对待他。)