What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the preposition a (at/to), the possessive adjective su (your) and the noun servicio (service).
Which one should you use?
While a su servicio is the default form, you can use a tu servicio when speaking to someone you address with the informal tú.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The default form a su servicio is formal and appropriate for professional or highly respectful settings because it uses the formal usted possessive. For informal situations, you should use a tu servicio. Other formal variations include para servirle, which means "to serve you" and the informal para servirte.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some Latin American countries, particularly in the Caribbean and Central America, the formal phrase en qué puedo servirle is used to mean "how can I be of service to you?"
How does it change in a sentence?
You can use a tu servicio instead of a su servicio when speaking to someone you address with the informal tú.
How do you pronounce it?
/a su seɾbiθjo/
Did you know?
- In some regions, the phrase a la orden is used as a more common, everyday equivalent to 'at your service' when someone offers help.
- While a su servicio is a polite introduction, the related phrase para servirle is often used as a formal way to say 'you are welcome' after someone has thanked you.
- Spanish speakers may use the phrase estoy a sus órdenes, which literally means 'I am at your orders', as a more emphatic and subordinate version of a su servicio.
Examples in context
- A su servicio, señor.I'm at your service, sir.This example shows how to use a su servicio when addressing someone respectfully.Tatoeba #2944705 by marcelostockle, translation #2946767 by astyng
- Buenas tardes, señor. Estoy a su servicio si necesita cualquier ayuda.Good afternoon, sir. I am at your service if you need any assistance.
- Espero poder ayudarlo en cualquier momento. Estoy aquí para servirle.I hope to be able to assist you at any time. I am here to serve you.
- Puede contar conmigo para cualquier solicitud. Estoy a su disposición.You can count on me for any request. I am at your disposal.
- Hola, amigo. ¿En qué puedo ayudarte? Estoy a tu servicio.Hi, friend. How can I help you? I'm at your service.
- Si necesitas algo, no dudes en decírmelo. Estoy aquí para servirte.If you need anything, don't hesitate to let me know. I am here to serve you.
- Buenos días, señora. ¿En qué puedo servirle hoy? ¡Estoy a sus órdenes!Good morning, ma'am. How can I be of service to you today? I am at your service!
- Mucho gusto, estoy a su servicio.Nice to meet you, I am at your service.
- Soy el nuevo gerente y estoy a su servicio.I am the new manager and I am at your service.
Example conversation
Elena greets Javier at a luxury hotel.
- ElenaBienvenido al hotel, señor.Welcome to the hotel, sir.
- JavierMuchas gracias, Elena.Thank you very much, Elena.
- ElenaEstoy a su servicio para lo que necesite.I am at your service for whatever you need.
- JavierEs usted muy amable.You are very kind.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “at your service” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
