đĩa phục vụ
Anh đưa cho tôi đĩa phục vụ.
He handed me the serving tray.
A tray used by waitstaff to carry and serve food or drinks to customers in restaurants or cafes.
Cô phục vụ mang đĩa phục vụ đầy thức ăn đến bàn.
The waitress brought the serving tray full of food to the table.
Commonly used in hospitality settings. May also refer to a tray used for presenting items in non-food contexts.
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Pro Tip
Distinguishing 'đĩa phục vụ' from 'đĩa ăn'
'Đĩa phục vụ' is a tray used by staff to carry items, while 'đĩa ăn' refers to individual plates used by diners. The former is larger and has a flat surface, whereas the latter is smaller and often decorative.
Gold Rule
Contextual usage
Use 'đĩa phục vụ' when referring to the tray itself, not the items it carries. For the items, use 'thức ăn' (food) or 'đồ uống' (drinks).
Word Origin
The term combines 'đĩa' (tray, plate) and 'phục vụ' (to serve). 'Đĩa' originates from Chinese '碟' (dié, meaning small dish), while 'phục vụ' derives from Chinese '服務' (fúwù, meaning service). The phrase is a direct compound formed in Vietnamese.
Usage Notes
In restaurants, 'đĩa phục vụ' is distinct from 'đĩa ăn' (dinner plate) as it is specifically designed for carrying multiple items. The tray is typically flat with raised edges to prevent items from sliding off during transport.