How to Pronounce "serve"
word
/ˈsɝv/
surv
/sˈɜːv/
surv
Definition
To do something for a person, group, or purpose, often by helping, providing, or working for them. It can also mean to give food to someone or to start play in sports such as tennis.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɝv/
British English
/sˈɜːv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
surv
UK
surv
Listen in Context
They serve lunch at noon.
She serves coffee to the guests.
He serves in the army.
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