In service Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈsɝvəs/, /ˈsɝvɪs
in SUR-vus
ˈɪn/ /sˈɜːvɪs
in SUR-viss
Definition
Used to describe something that is functioning, available for use, or actively working, such as a device, vehicle, employee, or service.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal, technical, or business settings. Opposite is 'out of service.' Refers to both equipment (machines, vehicles) and people (on duty). Often seen on public transportation, customer service, or workplace announcements.
Spanish: en servicio - en funcionamientoPortuguese (BR): em serviço - em funcionamentoPortuguese (PT): em serviço - em funcionamentoChinese (Simplified): 在服务中 - 在运行中Chinese (Traditional): 在服務中 - 在運行中Hindi: सेवा में - चालूArabic: قيد الخدمة - يعملBengali: পরিষেবাতে - চালু (যন্ত্রপাতি/গাড়ি)Russian: в эксплуатации - работаетJapanese: 稼働中 - サービス中Vietnamese: đang hoạt độngKorean: 운행 중 - 서비스 중Turkish: hizmette - kullanımdakiUrdu: خدمت میں - فعالIndonesian: beroperasi - sedang digunakan
Example Sentences
The elevator is in service now.
basic
All the buses are in service today.
basic
He has been in service for ten years.
basic
Is the Wi-Fi in service or still down?
natural
This train isn't in service—please wait for the next one.
natural
They keep the old machines in service as backup.
natural