The word "accommodation"

 The word "accommodation" can be used in several ways, primarily referring to lodging or a place to stay, but also to an agreement or adjustment. Here's how to use it in sentences, covering its main meanings:

1. Lodging/Housing (Most Common Use):

• As a general term for a place to stay:

  • "We are looking for accommodation for a family of four during our trip to London."

  • "The price includes flights and five nights' accommodation at a beachfront hotel."

  • "Finding affordable accommodation in the city center can be challenging."

  • "Student accommodation prices have risen sharply this year."

• Referring to specific types of places:

  • "The hotel offers luxury accommodation with stunning sea views."

  • "They provide basic accommodation for backpackers."

  • "Self-catering accommodation is popular with families."

• Plural form (less common for lodging in British English, more so in American English, but generally 'accommodation' is often treated as uncountable for lodging):

  • (British English prefers "accommodation" as an uncountable noun for lodging, but "accommodations" is common in American English.)

  • (American English) "The cruise ship offers various accommodations, from standard cabins to luxurious suites."

  • (American English) "We reserved our accommodations well in advance."

2. An Agreement or Arrangement (often implying compromise):

• When a compromise is reached:

  • "Both parties made an accommodation to ensure the project could move forward."

  • "They reached an accommodation on the disputed land."

  • "Finding a peaceful accommodation for the conflict is crucial."

• When something is provided to meet a need or request:

  • "The school made an accommodation for the student with special needs." (e.g., providing a ramp, extra time for tests)

  • "The company offers reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities."

  • "Could you make some accommodation for my dietary restrictions?"

3. The Process of Adapting or Adjusting:

• In a biological or psychological context:

  • "The eye's accommodation to varying light levels is remarkable." (Referring to the lens adjusting focus)

  • "Psychological accommodation refers to adjusting existing schemas to new information."

Key things to remember about "accommodation":

• Uncountable Noun (for lodging in British English): Often treated as uncountable, meaning you wouldn't say "an accommodation" or "two accommodations" when referring to places to stay in British English. You'd say "a place to stay," "two rooms," or "types of accommodation."

• Countable Noun (for agreements/adjustments and in American English for lodging): When referring to agreements or adjustments, it can be countable (e.g., "an accommodation," "several accommodations"). In American English, "accommodations" (plural) is commonly used to refer to lodging.

• Context is King: The meaning will be clear from the surrounding words in the sentence.

I hope these examples clarify how to effectively use "accommodation" in your sentences!