In French, the word for ‘waiter’ is serveur for a male waiter and serveuse for a female waiter. The term is commonly used in restaurants and cafés across Francophone countries.
Understanding the distinction between the masculine and feminine forms is important in French, as nouns and adjectives often change depending on the gender of the person being referred to. When addressing a waiter in a restaurant, you can simply say, ‘Monsieur le serveur’ for a male or ‘Madame la serveuse’ for a female. This not only shows respect but also helps you practice your French language skills.