Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

server

/ˈsɝvɚ/

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.46 in modern English

Syllables
serv-er
IPA
/ˈsɝvɚ/
9
Scrabble Score
6
Letters
2
Syllables
4
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A program that provides services to other programs or devices, either in the same computer or over a computer network.

noun

A community space where only those who joined it can communicate in channels.

noun

One who serves.

noun

One who serves.

noun

One who serves.

noun

A tray for dishes.

noun

A spoon for serving food.

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Etymology

From Middle English servere, equivalent to serve + -er.

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Word Breakdown

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /ˈsɝvɚ/
  • British English: /ˈsɜːvə/

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Questions

How do you pronounce server?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈsɝvɚ/.
What does server mean?
A program that provides services to other programs or devices, either in the same computer or over a computer network.
Where does server come from?
It is traced to Middle English.

How to pronounce server

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  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/ˈsɝvɚ/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
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