La serviette
Example: J'ai oublié ma serviette dans la chambre d'hôtel.
Definition
"La serviette" refers to a piece of cloth or paper used in hospitality and dining settings to wipe hands and mouth during or after meals. It is commonly provided in hotels and restaurants for personal cleanliness and comfort, as in the phrase, "I forgot my towel in the hotel room."
Etymology
The word "la serviette" comes from the French verb 'servir,' meaning 'to serve,' combined with the suffix '-ette,' indicating a smaller or diminutive form. Originally, it referred to a small cloth used to serve or assist in cleanliness during meals. Did you know it literally means a little servant for cleanliness?
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"La serviette" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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