'accueil' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'acueillir,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'cueillir' meant 'gather.'

'acueillir' transformed into the modern French word 'accueil,' retaining its meaning of 'welcome' or 'reception.'

Initially, it meant 'to gather or collect,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'welcome' or 'reception.'