Siervos (en. Servants)

/ˈsjɛrβos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who are in the service of a master or lord.
The servants worked in the lands of the fief.
Los siervos trabajaban en las tierras del feudo.
Individuals who lack freedom and are forced to serve.
In ancient times, servants were considered property.
En la antigüedad, los siervos eran considerados propiedad.
In a broader context, people who serve others in various fields.
The servants of the house attended to all the family's needs.
Los siervos de la casa atendían todas las necesidades de la familia.

Etymology

From Latin 'servus', which means slave or servant.

Common Phrases and Expressions

serfs of the land
People who worked the land and were bound to it.
siervos de la gleba

Related Words

to serve
To perform work or provide a service to someone.
servir
service
The act of serving or providing assistance.
servicio
servant
An individual who is in a position of servitude.
siervo

Slang Meanings

A very obedient or submissive person.
That girl is a servant, she always does what she's asked.
Esa chica es una sierva, siempre hace lo que le piden.
Refers to someone who sacrifices for others.
He is a true servant, he is always helping others.
Es un verdadero siervo, siempre está ayudando a otros.