por favor

please

Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation

/poɾ fa.ˈβoɾ/

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Cultural Note

Using 'por favor' is essential for polite interaction in Spanish. While Spaniards may be more direct in everyday speech, omitting 'por favor' when making a request to strangers or in formal settings is considered rude. In restaurants, it is common to say 'por favor' when ordering, even though the phrasing may be more direct than in English.

📝 Example Sentences

Un café con leche, por favor.

A coffee with milk, please.

¿Podría repetirlo, por favor?

Could you repeat that, please?

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