意味
Used to make a polite request to someone you address informally.
文化的背景
The 'tu/vous' distinction is fundamental. Using 'tu' too early is seen as aggressive. Quebecers are generally more relaxed with 'tu', but 's'il vous plaît' is still standard for strangers. Similar to France, the 'tu/vous' distinction is strictly observed in professional settings. Swiss French speakers are very polite and often use 's'il vous plaît' even in semi-formal settings.
The 'Tu' Rule
Only use 's'il te plaît' if you are already using 'tu' with the person.
Don't be rude
Using 'tu' with a stranger is considered very rude in France.
意味
Used to make a polite request to someone you address informally.
The 'Tu' Rule
Only use 's'il te plaît' if you are already using 'tu' with the person.
Don't be rude
Using 'tu' with a stranger is considered very rude in France.
Texting
Use 'stp' in text messages to save time.
自分をテスト
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
Tu peux m'aider, _____?
Since the sentence uses 'Tu', you must use 's'il te plaît'.
Which is correct for a stranger?
Which phrase should you use with a stranger?
You should use 'vous' with strangers, so 's'il vous plaît' is correct.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Passe-moi le sel. B: _____
The speaker is asking for something, so 's'il te plaît' is the polite way to do it.
🎉 スコア: /3
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練習問題バンク
3 問題Tu peux m'aider, _____?
Since the sentence uses 'Tu', you must use 's'il te plaît'.
Which phrase should you use with a stranger?
You should use 'vous' with strangers, so 's'il vous plaît' is correct.
A: Passe-moi le sel. B: _____
The speaker is asking for something, so 's'il te plaît' is the polite way to do it.
🎉 スコア: /3
よくある質問
3 問Only if you are on 'tu' terms with your boss. If not, use 's'il vous plaît'.
It is the text abbreviation for 's'il te plaît'.
If the waiter is young and the cafe is very casual, it might be okay, but 's'il vous plaît' is always safer.
関連フレーズ
S'il vous plaît
contrastFormal please
Je t'en prie
similarYou're welcome / Please
Merci
builds onThank you
Puis-je
specialized formMay I