For a person who hosts:
* ਮੇਜ਼ਬਾਨ (meezbaan): This is the most common and direct translation for a host.
* ਨਿਮੰਤਰਣ ਕਰਨ ਵਾਲਾ (nimantran karan wala): This literally means "the one who invites" and is a more formal way to refer to the host.
* ਖੁਸ਼ਨੁਮਾ (khushnuma): This word refers to someone who is welcoming and hospitable.
For a computer host:
* ਹੋਸਟ (host): The English word "host" is often used directly in Punjabi, particularly in technical contexts.
For a host country:
* ਮੇਜ਼ਬਾਨ ਦੇਸ਼ (meezbaan desh): This literally means "host country".
The best translation depends on the specific context.