Le service
Example: Le service au restaurant était rapide et très agréable.
Definition
"Le service" in the context of hospitality and restaurant refers to the act of attending to customers' needs, including taking orders, delivering food and drinks, and ensuring a pleasant dining experience. For example, it describes how the restaurant staff interacts with guests during their visit.
Etymology
The term "le service" originates from the Latin word 'servitium,' meaning 'slavery' or 'servitude.' Over time, it evolved in French to mean the act of serving or attending to someone's needs, especially in contexts like hospitality, where providing assistance and care is central.
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"Le service" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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