alstublieft

please, here you are (formal)

Intermediate Phrase

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Pronunciation

ɑlstyˈblift

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Cultural Note

'Alstublieft' is the formal version of 'alsjeblieft.' The abbreviation 'a.u.b.' (short for alstublieft) is used in written Dutch on signs and in correspondence. In shops and restaurants, staff will say 'alstublieft' when handing you something.

📝 Example Sentences

Twee koffie, alstublieft.

Two coffees, please.

Alstublieft, uw bestelling.

Here you are, your order.

Wilt u even plaatsnemen, alstublieft?

Would you please take a seat?

#greetings #polite #formal

Related Words

alsjeblieft

please, here you go

Phrase

dank u wel

thank you (formal)

Phrase

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