A1 Expression Informal

S'il te plaît.

Please (informal).

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Meaning

A polite request when addressing someone informally.

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Cultural Background

Politeness is a pillar of French society. Even with friends, 's'il te plaît' is expected. Similar to France, but the 'tu' form is used much more broadly in daily life. Very similar usage to France, with a strong emphasis on polite social interactions.

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The 'Tu' Rule

If you use 'tu', you must use 's'il te plaît'.

Meaning

A polite request when addressing someone informally.

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The 'Tu' Rule

If you use 'tu', you must use 's'il te plaît'.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct phrase for a friend.

Tu peux m'aider, ____ ?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: s'il te plaît

Since you are using 'tu', you must use 'te'.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct phrase for a friend. Choose A1

Tu peux m'aider, ____ ?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: s'il te plaît

Since you are using 'tu', you must use 'te'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, use 's'il vous plaît'.

Related Phrases

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S'il vous plaît

contrast

Formal please

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