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Serviette

usgb/ˌsɜːrviˈet/Volume
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Cultural Preference

Preferred in some English-speaking countries; others use 'napkin'. Know the regional usage.

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Could you please pass me a serviette?
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Material Matters

Can refer to both cloth and paper, but mention the type if context doesn't make it clear.

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At the barbecue, we used paper serviettes.
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Dining Etiquette

Associated with dining; used for manners at meals, not for cleaning spills in general.

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Place the serviette on your lap before eating.
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