plural noun
Services are tasks or help that a person or organization provides for customers or other people.
The hotel offers laundry services for guests.
The company provides a range of services.
American English
How to pronounce services
noun · verbB1Very common word
SERvihsihz
/ˈsɚ.vɪ.sɪz/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of service
Services can be a plural noun or the third-person singular form of the verb service.
Services are tasks or help that a person or organization provides for customers or other people.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
Services are organized systems or businesses that provide transportation, communication, or another useful thing.
The city has added new bus services.
Many people use streaming services for movies and shows.
plural noun
Services are regular checks, maintenance, and repairs that keep vehicles or machines working well.
The dealership offers affordable services for older cars.
These machines need regular services to work safely.
plural noun
Services are organized religious ceremonies or meetings, especially in a church.
The church has three services on Easter Sunday.
The funeral services begin at noon.
Useful expressions
Not working or not available.
The elevator is out of service.
Being used and working.
The old bridge is still in service.
Ready to help you.
Our team is at your service.
Related words & forms
Before adding -ing, drop the final e: service → servicing.