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"Hostess" vs. "stewardess": words for women who welcome
Lloyd Cooper 07/10/2024, 20:48
What is similar?
Both "hostess" and "stewardess" are gender-specific terms used to describe female roles in hospitality and customer service settings. They pertain to serving, assisting, and ensuring the comfort of guests or passengers.
What is different?
"Hostess" generally refers to a female host, someone who entertains guests in a variety of settings such as restaurants or events, whereas "stewardess" specifically refers to a female flight attendant who serves passengers on an aircraft. "Stewardess" is considered an outdated term today, with "flight attendant" being the preferred gender-neutral term.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Hostess- The hostess greeted us with a warm smile as we entered the restaurant.
- At the party, the hostess made sure all her guests were comfortable and well-fed.
- The hostess at the event managed everything smoothly, from the seating arrangement to the catering.
- The stewardess gave safety instructions to the passengers before takeoff.
- In the past, a stewardess was required to adhere to strict appearance standards.
- The stewardess walked down the aisle, offering drinks to the passengers.
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