Forgetting the Stem Change

The 'I' form ('sirvo') is irregular! The base verb 'servir' should make 'servo,' but Spanish adds an 'i' sound, making it 'sirvo.' This is common in many 'ir' verbs.

Irregular 'Yo' Form

Use 'sirvo' when you are the one delivering food or drink to a person, or when you work in service.

Serving People vs. Objects

Extremely common, used daily in contexts of food, hospitality, and general utility.

When explaining what you are good at, use the structure 'sirvo para' (I am suitable for) followed by a noun or an infinitive verb.

Using 'Sirvo para'

The phrase 'no sirvo para [algo]' is a very common and natural way to say 'I'm not cut out for [something]' or 'I'm not good at [something].'

Expressing Unsuitability

Commonly used in formal and professional settings to discuss utility or function.

Learn the meaning of 'sirvo' (the 'I' form of 'servir'), covering its uses for serving food, functioning, and expressing suitability for a role. Includes full conjugation tables and examples.

sirvo

Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

preterite

future

present

conditional

imperfect

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

negative

affirmative

Practice Conjugations