Spanish Conversation · Level 17
89 words
Spanish word
servicio
Pronunciation
IPA/seɾˈβiθjo/
Meaning
- masculine nounservice
Example
El servicio en ese restaurante fue excelente.
The service at that restaurant was excellent.
More examples
¿Dónde está el servicio más cercano?
Where is the nearest restroom?
Core concept
A company or staff attending to customers' needs.
Common phrases
ir al servicio
go to the restroom
servicio al cliente
customer service
servicio público
public service
servicio técnico
technical support
estar de servicio
be on duty
Similar words
atención: Attentive care and responsiveness shown to a customer during an interaction.
ayuda: Practical help offered to someone in difficulty to solve an immediate problem.
trato: Manner and attitude displayed when interacting with another person.
asistencia: Specialized or formal assistance given to resolve problems or complete procedures.
Definition in Spanish
Acción o conjunto de acciones destinadas a ayudar, atender o satisfacer una necesidad de otra persona, así como el trabajo o la atención que presta una persona, empresa o institución.
Word origin
From Latin servitium (related to servire 'to serve'), the word extended from personal serving to the attention or work provided by businesses or institutions.
Usage tips
- In restaurants el servicio often refers to the attentiveness of the staff and is the usual target of praise or complaint.