служба

This is the 1674th most frequent Russian word.

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служба

"Service" or "duty."


Here, 'служба' means 'service' in the context of military service, a formal duty performed for the country.

Он приступил к службе в армии.

He began his service in the army.


In this sentence, 'служба' denotes a 'service', especially a technical support function assisting people with a specific need.

Я позвонил в техническую службу поддержки.

I called the technical support service.


Here, 'служба' refers to a 'service', specifically a postal or mailing service organization providing mail-related operations.

Наш офис находится рядом с почтовой службой.

Our office is next to the postal service.