Hledat
to serve
01
podávat, servírovat
to offer or present food or drink to someone
Transitive: to serve food
Example
Pour the sauce over the pasta and serve it immediately.
The waiter served the appetizers before the main course.
02
podávat, servírovat
to initiate play in a sport by hitting a ball or object from a designated location using a specific technique, as dictated by the rules of the game
Intransitive
Transitive: to serve a ball
Example
He stepped up to serve, aiming for the corner of the opponent's court.
Who 's serving?
03
sloužit, posloužit
to be of use or help in fulfilling or accomplishing something
Transitive: to serve a purpose
Example
A large cardboard box will serve the purpose.
Art serves an important function in our society.
04
sloužit, vykonávat
to work for a specified organization or in a specific role for a period of time
Intransitive: to serve as holder of a position | to serve in an organization
Example
Henry served as a member of numerous committees and commissions.
Mr. Russell served as president of the Association for fifteen years.
05
sloužit, působit
to produce a specific result or effect
Transitive: to serve to do sth
Example
His actions served to strengthen their relationship.
Her words served to reassure the anxious crowd.
06
sloužit, poskytovat
to offer assistance or services that help meet the needs or improve the well-being of someone
Transitive: to serve a group
Example
The charity serves the homeless by providing food and shelter.
The health clinic serves low-income families with affordable medical care.
07
podávat, servírovat
to offer or give someone food or drink, typically as a gesture of hospitality or during a meal
Ditransitive: to serve sb food or drink
Example
The hostess served her guests a hearty meal with warm bread.
He served her a glass of wine to accompany the dinner.
08
sloužit, věnovat se
to dedicate a portion of one's life, time, or efforts to supporting a cause, institution, or belief
Transitive: to serve an institution or belief
Example
He served his country by joining the military and dedicating his life to national defense.
She served the community for decades, working with local charities to improve education.
09
vyhovovat, sloužit
to be suitable, advantageous, or occur at a convenient or favorable time
Intransitive
Example
The weather served for their outdoor wedding, with clear skies and a gentle breeze.
The timing of the meeting served, as they had just completed the project.
10
doručit, předvolat
to deliver a legal document, such as a summons or writ, to the intended recipient in a formal and official manner in accordance with legal procedures and requirements
Ditransitive: to serve a legal document to sb | to serve sb with a legal document
Example
He said his lawyer would serve a writ to the multinational corporation within a week.
She was served with a summons to appear in court.
11
sloužit, obsluhovat
to work for or assist someone, typically by performing duties or tasks
Transitive: to serve sb
Example
He served the royal family for many years, attending to their needs with loyalty.
The maid served the family, making sure their home was always tidy.
12
odpykat si, sloužit (trest)
to spend a period of time being locked up in prison
Transitive: to serve a sentence or period of time
Example
He was convicted of robbery and had to serve five years in prison.
She served her time and was released on good behavior.
13
sloužit, pářit
to engage in copulation, as a male breeding animal with a female, in order to produce offspring
Transitive: to serve a female animal
Example
The stud dog was brought in to serve the female for breeding.
The stallion served the mare during the breeding season.
14
sloužit, věnovat se
to be employed or work as a member of the military or armed forces
Intransitive
Example
He decided to serve in the army after graduating from high school.
She served in the Navy for over ten years before retiring.
15
podávat, sytit
(of an amount of food) to be sufficient enough for a particular number of people
Transitive: to serve a number of people
Example
The recipe serves four people.
This dish will serve four hungry people.
16
obsluhovat, sloužit
to assist customers by providing what they need in a store or business
Transitive: to serve a customer
Example
She always tries to serve her clients' needs as best as she can.
The cashier served the customer with a smile.
17
podat si do nosu, napálit
to trick or deceive someone, often as a joke or prank
Transitive: to serve sb
Ditransitive: to serve sb a trick
Example
They were all in on it, serving him a trick that made him look silly in front of everyone.
I ca n't believe she served me like that — pretending she did n't know what happened.
18
sloužit, obsluhovat
to treat or handle someone in a particular manner
Transitive: to serve sb in a specific manner
Example
They were served poorly by the rude clerk at the counter.
She felt that her concerns were not being properly served during the meeting.
19
sloužit, poskytovat
to provide a product or service to a group of people or an area
Transitive: to serve sb with a product or service
Example
They serve the entire city with free Wi-Fi in public parks.
The hotel serves tourists with comfortable rooms and great amenities.
20
sloužit, obsluhovat
to operate or use a weapon, especially in a military context
Transitive: to serve a weapon
Example
They were ready to serve the weapons at a moment ’s notice.
The soldier served the anti-aircraft gun during the attack.
Serve
01
podání, servis
the action of putting the ball or puck into play to start a point or match
Example
The tennis player 's serve was powerful and accurate.
His volleyball serve was difficult to return.
