concierge
UK: ˈkɒnsɪɛːʒ | US: ˈkɑːnsɪɛrʒ
n. a person, especially in a hotel or apartment building, employed to assist guests or residents with services such as luggage handling, travel arrangements, or local recommendations.
concierge = con<with> + cierge<candle>
- con (Latin "cum," meaning "with")
- cierge (Old French "cerge," meaning "candle," from Latin "cereus," meaning "wax candle")
Etymology Origin:
The word "concierge" originated in medieval France, where the "concierge" was originally a caretaker of candles ("cierge") in a castle or prison, symbolizing light and guidance. Over time, the role evolved into a guardian or keeper of keys, and later into its modern sense of a hospitality professional who "illuminates" solutions for guests.
The hotel concierge arranged a private tour of the city for us.
Ask the concierge to recommend a good restaurant nearby.
She works as a concierge in a luxury apartment building.
The concierge greeted us warmly and carried our luggage upstairs.
A skilled concierge can solve almost any problem for guests.