servicio (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Servicio is a noun in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

/sɛrˈβisi.o/

Translation Options into English

• Service
• Provision
• Assistance
• Utility

Meaning and Usage

"Servicio" refers to the act of serving or providing something, particularly in contexts involving assistance or help. It can denote a function or duty performed for someone else, often in a professional capacity. It is commonly used in various contexts such as hospitality, military, and customer service. The frequency of use for "servicio" is relatively high in both oral and written contexts, though it may appear more frequently in formal writing, such as contracts or reports, especially in business or legal documents.

Example Sentences

1. El servicio al cliente es fundamental para cualquier empresa.

2. Customer service is fundamental for any company.

3. Necesitamos un servicio de transporte para los invitados.

4. We need a transportation service for the guests.

5. Este restaurante ofrece un excelente servicio.

6. This restaurant offers excellent service.

Idiomatic Expressions

"Servicio" is sometimes part of idiomatic expressions in Spanish. Here are a few notable examples:

1. Servicio de guardia
2. "El hospital tiene un servicio de guardia las 24 horas."

3. The hospital has a 24-hour emergency service.

4. Dar servicio

5. "La empresa se esfuerza por dar servicio de calidad a sus clientes."

6. The company strives to provide quality service to its customers.

7. Estar al servicio de

8. "El gobierno está al servicio de la comunidad."

9. The government is at the service of the community.

10. Servicio militar

11. "En Argentina, el servicio militar era obligatorio hace unos años."

12. In Argentina, military service was mandatory a few years ago.

13. Por servicio

14. "Se cobrará un costo adicional por servicio."
15. An additional cost will be charged for the service.

Etymology

The word "servicio" comes from Latin "servitium," which means 'slavery' or 'servitude,' derived from "servus" meaning 'slave' or 'servant.' Over time, it evolved to encompass the idea of service provided, particularly in terms of professional or functional assistance.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Asistencia (assistance) - Ayuda (help) - Suministro (supply)

Antonyms: - Desatención (neglect) - Abandono (abandonment) - Sustracción (withdrawal)