gerund or present participle
Greeting people in a friendly way when they arrive, or receiving them gladly.
They are welcoming guests at the door.
Her job includes welcoming new students.
American English
How to pronounce welcoming
verb · adjectiveA1Very common word
WEHLkuhmihng
/ˈwɛl.kə.mɪŋ/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of welcome
Welcoming can be a verb form or an adjective.
Greeting people in a friendly way when they arrive, or receiving them gladly.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
gerund or present participle
Accepting something gladly or being pleased that it happens.
Residents are welcoming the new bus service.
She is welcoming the chance to learn.
adjective
Friendly and making people feel comfortable, accepted, or at home.
The staff gave us a welcoming smile.
The small café has a welcoming atmosphere.
Good to know
Welcoming can describe a friendly person, place, or thing; it does not mean that someone is being greeted.
Useful expressions
Used to reply when someone thanks you.
“Thanks for your help.” “You’re welcome.”
Used to greet someone who has returned.
Welcome back! How was your trip?
To make someone feel comfortable and accepted.
Our neighbors made us feel welcome.
Related words & forms
As a verb, welcoming drops the final e: welcome → welcoming.