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serving

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɝvɪŋ/]

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serving: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use serving in a sentence: 15 audio examples across 5 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) a portion of food or drink that is given to someone, like a plate of dinner or a scoop of ice cream

Example

I'll have a serving of lasagna, please.

Example

She ate two servings of cake, which made her feel sick.

Example

Can I have a serving of vegetables with my meal?

Context: “sports”

(noun) an act of putting the ball or shuttlecock in play in a game, usually in tennis or badminton

Example

The serving player won the point with a powerful serve.

Example

Her serving skills were not very good, so she struggled in the game.

Example

Who will be the serving team in the next set?

Context: “hospitality”

(noun) the act of helping or assisting someone, such as guests at a party or customers in a restaurant

Example

The staff at the hotel provided excellent serving throughout our stay.

Example

The lack of serving from the waitstaff led to complaints from the diners.

Example

How is the serving at this restaurant compared to others in town?

Context: “food”

(verb) to give out a portion of food or drink to someone, often at a meal or gathering

Example

She served everyone a generous helping of pasta.

Example

He refused to serve dessert to those who arrived late.

Example

Who will serve the appetizers at the party?

Context: “sports”

(verb) to hit the ball or shuttlecock to start a point in tennis, badminton, or a similar game

Example

The tennis player served an ace with a powerful shot.

Example

Her inability to serve well cost her several points in the match.

Example

Can you explain how to improve your serving technique in badminton?

How to pronounce serving

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɝvɪŋ/]

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