Servicio (en. Service)

/seɾˈβiθjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of actions taken to meet the needs of a person.
Customer service is essential for any business.
El servicio al cliente es fundamental para cualquier negocio.
Work done for the benefit of someone or something.
She offered to volunteer her service.
Ella se ofreció para prestar su servicio como voluntaria.
Public service provided by the government.
The transportation service in the city has improved a lot.
El servicio de transporte en la ciudad ha mejorado mucho.

Etymology

From Latin 'servitium', which means 'state of being enslaved'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

under service
In a state that is temporarily not functioning.
bajo servicio
in service
That is functioning or available for use.
en servicio
customer service
Attention provided to the customers of a company.
servicio al cliente

Related Words

to serve
To perform a service for someone.
servir
server
Person who provides service or works in an institution.
servidor
helpful
Someone who is willing to serve or help.
servicial

Slang Meanings

Courier service.
I used a service to have the package delivered to me.
Usé un servicio para que me trajeran el paquete.
Cleaning service.
I hired a service to clean my house.
Contraté un servicio para limpiar mi casa.