仆人

仆人 (pú rén) refers to a person who serves or works for someone else, typically in a domestic or personal capacity. It is often used to describe someone in a subordinate role, such as a housekeeper, attendant, or helper.

The character 仆 (pū) originally meant 'to bow' or 'to serve,' and 人 (rén) means 'person.' Together, they form a compound meaning 'a person who serves,' emphasizing the relationship of service and subordination.

In modern usage, 仆人 can sometimes carry a slightly formal or historical tone, and may be used in literature or traditional contexts. It is less commonly used in everyday speech than terms like 服务员 (fúwùyuán, server) or 员工 (yuán gōng, employee).