A1 Expression ニュートラル

Por favor.

Please.

意味

Used to make a polite request or demand.

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文化的背景

Brazilians often use 'por favor' followed by 'querido' or 'querida' (dear) in informal service settings to create a warm atmosphere. In Portugal, 'Se faz favor' is very common and can sometimes sound like 'S'faz favor' in fast speech. In Luanda, politeness markers are very important, and 'por favor' is often used alongside formal titles like 'Senhor' or 'Dona'.

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Placement

When in doubt, put it at the end of the sentence. It's the most natural spot for requests.

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Tone Matters

A flat 'por favor' can sound demanding. Use a rising intonation at the end to sound truly polite.

意味

Used to make a polite request or demand.

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Placement

When in doubt, put it at the end of the sentence. It's the most natural spot for requests.

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Tone Matters

A flat 'por favor' can sound demanding. Use a rising intonation at the end to sound truly polite.

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The 'Magic' Word

In Brazil, people are very informal, but they still use 'por favor' constantly. Don't skip it!

自分をテスト

Complete the sentence to ask for a menu politely.

O cardápio, ___ ___.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: por favor

'Por favor' is the standard way to request an object.

Match the phrase to the correct situation.

When you want someone to move out of your way in a crowded bus.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Com licença

While 'por favor' is polite, 'com licença' (excuse me) is the specific phrase for passing through.

Choose the best response for the waiter.

Customer: 'Um suco de laranja, por favor.' Waiter: '___'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Pois não.

'Pois não' is a common way for service staff to say 'Certainly' or 'Of course'.

Which sentence expresses disbelief?

Choose the correct intonation/context.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Ah, por favor! Isso é mentira.

In this context, it functions as an interjection of exasperation.

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When to use Por Favor

Ordering

  • Coffee
  • The Bill
  • Menu

Asking

  • Directions
  • Time
  • Help

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Complete the sentence to ask for a menu politely. Fill Blank A1

O cardápio, ___ ___.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: por favor

'Por favor' is the standard way to request an object.

Match the phrase to the correct situation. situation_matching A1

When you want someone to move out of your way in a crowded bus.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Com licença

While 'por favor' is polite, 'com licença' (excuse me) is the specific phrase for passing through.

Choose the best response for the waiter. dialogue_completion A2

Customer: 'Um suco de laranja, por favor.' Waiter: '___'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Pois não.

'Pois não' is a common way for service staff to say 'Certainly' or 'Of course'.

Which sentence expresses disbelief? Choose B1

Choose the correct intonation/context.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Ah, por favor! Isso é mentira.

In this context, it functions as an interjection of exasperation.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

6 問

It is neutral. It is appropriate for both a king and a friend.

No, that sounds like you are reading a label. Always use the full 'por favor'.

'Por gentileza' is more formal and often used in professional customer service.

No, 'por favor' is invariable. It stays the same for everyone.

You can use 'por favor', but 'se faz favor' is also very common and polite.

No. This is a common mistake. Use 'de nada' for 'you're welcome'.

関連フレーズ

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Por gentileza

specialized form

By kindness

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Faz favor

similar

Do a favor

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Se faz favor

synonym

If you please

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