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    Serve (en. Serve)

    /sɛʁv/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To provide a service to someone.
    She serves meals in the restaurant.
    Elle sert des repas dans le restaurant.
    To offer a drink or food.
    He served wine to his guests.
    Il a servi du vin à ses invités.
    To be useful to something or someone.
    This book serves as a reference for students.
    Ce livre sert de référence pour les étudiants.
    To perform a task or function.
    He serves as a model for others.
    Il sert de modèle pour les autres.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'servire' meaning 'to be a slave, to serve'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    serve as an example
    To be a model or an example to follow.
    servir de exemple
    to make use of
    To use something.
    se servir de
    to serve a purpose
    To be useful for a specific purpose.
    servir à quelque chose
    to serve the public
    To provide services to the community.
    servir le public

    Related Words

    service
    Action of serving; a set of services.
    service
    waiter
    A person who serves customers in a restaurant.
    serveur
    servant
    One who is in the service of someone.
    serviteur

    Slang Meanings

    To be at the service of others without expecting anything in return.
    He is a true servant, always there to help.
    C'est un vrai servant, toujours là pour aider.
    To treat someone in a way that helps them.
    He taught him a lesson when he saw his negligence.
    Il lui a servi la leçon quand il a vu sa négligence.