surclassement
The English phrase 'room upgrade' is translated into French as surclassement.
The term surclassement refers to a change to a better or more expensive room than the one originally booked. To specify that the upgrade refers to a room, you add de chambre to the noun.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a noun formed from the verb surclasser, which combines sur- (over/above) and classer (to classify/rank).
Which one should you use?
While surclassement is the noun for the upgrade itself, the verb surclasser is used to describe the action of upgrading a guest.
Did you know?
- The word classe in surclassement shares the same root as the English word 'class', which originally comes from the Latin 'classis' meaning a division of the Roman army.
- In French legal or administrative contexts, surclassement can refer to the exceptional promotion of a student to a higher grade level based on their advanced academic abilities.
- While surclassement refers to an upgrade, the French word for a downgrade is déclassement, which also describes the loss of social status or the devaluation of a property.
Examples in context
- Bonjour! Nous sommes ici pour célébrer notre anniversaire de mariage et nous aimerions savoir s'il serait possible d'obtenir un surclassement de chambre. Nous sommes de fidèles clients de votre établissement depuis déjà cinq ans. Merci beaucoup!Hello! We are here to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and we would like to know if it would be possible to get a room upgrade. We have been loyal customers of your establishment for five years. Thank you very much!
- Est-il possible d'obtenir un surclassement ?Is it possible to get an upgrade?
- Est-ce que je peux avoir un surclassement ?Can I get a room upgrade?
- Le surclassement est disponible pour la nuit.The upgrade is available for the night.
Example conversation
Emma and Lucas are checking into a hotel.
- EmmaBonjour, nous avons une réservation pour deux.Hello, we have a reservation for two.
- LucasBienvenue ! Je peux vous proposer un surclassement.Welcome! I can offer you a room upgrade.
- EmmaC'est gentil, est-ce que c'est gratuit ?That's kind, is it free?
- LucasOui, c'est un cadeau pour vous, Lucas et Emma.Yes, it is a gift for you, Lucas and Emma.
