also: サーヴィス
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
General term for service, help, or care provided to customers or others. Often used in business and hospitality contexts.
この店はサービスがいい。
This shop has good service.
お客様にサービスするのが仕事
Serving customers is my job.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
discount; special offer
Refers to a price reduction or a discounted item, often as a promotion.
今日は全品2割引きのサービスをしています。
Today we're offering a 20% discount on all items.
このワインはサービス品です。
This wine is a discounted item.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
freebie; complimentary item
Something given for free, often as a bonus or gift with purchase.
コーヒーを頼んだらクッキーをサービスしてくれた。
When I ordered coffee, they gave me a cookie on the house.
このおもちゃはサービスです。
This toy is a free gift.
noun
Refers to a public or commercial service, utility, or facility (e.g., bus service, water service).
この地域にはバスのサービスがない。
There is no bus service in this area.
ホテルのサービスにはプールも含まれている。
The hotel's amenities include a pool.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
after-sales service; maintenance
Specifically refers to product support, repair, or maintenance after purchase.
この車は購入後3年間の無料サービスが付いている。
This car comes with three years of free after-sales service.
エアコンのサービスをお願いします。
I'd like to request maintenance for the air conditioner.
noun
In tennis, volleyball, etc., the act of putting the ball into play.
See also: サーブ
彼のサービスはとても速い。
His serve is very fast.
サービスエースを決めた。
He scored a service ace.