Words / A2

WELK-uh-m/ˈwelkəm/

When guests arrive, you welcome them at the door — greet them in a friendly way. Welcome to Manchester, a warm welcome (noun). You are welcome is the adjective after thanks. Invite is asking someone to come; welcome is how you receive them once they are there.

Meaning

To greet someone in a friendly way when they arrive.

Examples

• “They welcomed us at the door.”
• “The school welcomed the new families on Monday.”
• “Welcome to our home — come in.”

Good to know

welcome someone / welcome to + place. Noun: a welcome. Ask to come: invite.

Near in meaning

greet

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