veuillez
please (very formal) / kindly
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/vœ.je/
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Cultural Note
Veuillez is the formal imperative of 'vouloir' (to want) and is used in highly formal or official contexts — administrative letters, announcements, and corporate communication. The closing formula 'Veuillez agréer...' is the standard way to end a formal French letter.
📝 Example Sentences
Veuillez vous asseoir.
Please have a seat.
Veuillez agréer, Madame, l'expression de mes salutations distinguées.
Please accept, Madam, the expression of my distinguished regards.