Por favor (en. Please)

/por faˈβoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adverb

An expression used to ask for something politely.

Can you pass me the salt, please?

¿Me puedes pasar la sal, por favor?

Used to emphasize an urgent request.

Do it quickly, please.

Hazlo rápido, por favor.

A common phrase in everyday communication to show courtesy.

Close the door, please.

Cierra la puerta, por favor.

It comes from the Latin 'per' meaning 'for' and 'favor' meaning 'favor' or 'benevolence'.

Can you help me, please?

A polite request for help.

¿Me puedes ayudar, por favor?

Please, don't forget.

A friendly reminder not to forget something.

Por favor, no te olvides.

Please, tell me the truth.

A request for someone to be honest.

Por favor, dime la verdad.

favor

Action of helping or benefiting someone.

favor

courtesy

Attitude of kindness and respect towards others.

cortesía

request

A petition or requirement for something.

solicitud

Please (shortened: porfa)

Please, help me with this.

Porfa, ayúdame con esto.

Please (diminutive: por favorcito)

Give me a chance, please.

Dame un chance, por favorcito.