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    Servida (en. Served)

    /serˈβi.ða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Refers to the act of serving or providing something to someone.
    The food has already been served to the guests.
    La comida ya fue servida a los invitados.
    It is used to indicate that something has been prepared or offered.
    Dinner will be served at eight.
    La cena será servida a las ocho.
    Implies having fulfilled a function or duty.
    She has served as a volunteer at the hospital.
    Ella ha servido como voluntaria en el hospital.

    Etymology

    Derives from the Latin 'servire', which means 'to serve' or 'to be at the service of'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    served on a silver platter
    Presented in an easy or convenient way.
    servida en bandeja
    to be served
    It means that the person can enjoy what they have received.
    estar servida

    Related Words

    to serve
    To carry out the action of offering or providing something.
    servir
    server
    Person or thing that serves.
    servidor
    service
    Action of serving or a set of services offered.
    servicio

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a complicated or difficult situation.
    When I arrived late, it was already served.
    Cuando llegué tarde, ya estaba servida.
    To be a dish prepared in advance.
    That first one was served before the guests arrived.
    Ese primero estaba servida antes de la llegada de los invitados.