servidor
“servidor” means “server” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
server, attendant
Also: employee
📝 In Action
El servidor de la cafetería es muy amable.
A2The server at the cafeteria is very kind.
¿Podría llamar a un servidor para pedir la cuenta?
B1Could I call an attendant to ask for the bill?
server
Also: host
📝 In Action
Necesitamos reiniciar el servidor de la oficina para restaurar la red.
B2We need to restart the office server to restore the network.
Todos nuestros datos están almacenados en un servidor remoto.
C1All our data is stored on a remote server.
yours truly
Also: your humble servant
📝 In Action
Me despido de usted, su afectísimo servidor.
C1I take my leave of you, yours truly (or: your most affectionate servant).
Aquí, su servidor, haré lo que sea necesario.
C2Here, yours truly (I), will do whatever is necessary. (Often used ironically)
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: servidor
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'servidor' in its technical, computing context?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Latin word *servitōrem*, which meant 'servant' or 'slave.' It shares its root with the verb 'servir' (to serve), emphasizing the act of providing a service or labor.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'servidor' the same as 'camarero'?
'Servidor' is a broader term meaning anyone who provides a service, including a waiter. 'Camarero' specifically means 'waiter' or 'waitress' (food service) and is often more common in casual conversation in Spain, though 'servidor' is perfectly correct.
If I am a woman, should I use 'servidor' or 'servidora'?
If you are referring to yourself or another woman, you must use the feminine form, 'servidora.' The word must match the gender of the person it describes.