IPA: /ˈvæleɪ/
KK: /ˈvæleɪ/
To serve as a personal attendant, especially for parking cars or assisting with personal needs.
He decided to valet at the hotel during the summer to earn some extra money.
Past: valeted
Past Participle: valeted
A person who works in a hotel or similar place, helping guests by taking care of their personal items, like clothes or cars.
The valet parked our car while we checked into the hotel.
To serve or assist someone, especially in a personal or attentive manner.
He will valet the guests' cars at the hotel entrance.
Past: valeted
Past Participle: valeted
Valet → It originates from Old French *valet*, meaning a young man or servant. The word refers to a person who serves or assists, particularly in a personal or domestic capacity.
Think of a 'young servant' in Old French — that's why a valet is someone who assists or serves.