Significado
To speak more softly.
Contexto cultural
In Spain, social gatherings are often very loud. 'Bajar la voz' is a common way to signal that a conversation is becoming too public. In Mexico, politeness is highly valued. Using 'baja la voz' with 'por favor' is essential to avoid sounding aggressive. Argentines are known for expressive, loud speech. 'Bajar la voz' is often used to bring someone back to a private level of intimacy.
Use the 'por favor'
Always add 'por favor' when asking someone to bajar la voz to ensure you sound polite, not bossy.
Context is key
In very loud environments, 'bajar la voz' might not be enough. Sometimes you need to move to a quieter area.
Significado
To speak more softly.
Use the 'por favor'
Always add 'por favor' when asking someone to bajar la voz to ensure you sound polite, not bossy.
Context is key
In very loud environments, 'bajar la voz' might not be enough. Sometimes you need to move to a quieter area.
Teste-se
Complete the sentence.
Por favor, ____ la voz, el bebé duerme.
We need the imperative form for 'tú'.
Which is correct?
How do you ask someone to be quiet politely?
It is the most polite and standard way to ask.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are in a library and your friend is laughing loudly.
This is the appropriate social response.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¡No puedo creer que ganamos! B: ____, estamos en un lugar público.
The context requires lowering the volume.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosPor favor, ____ la voz, el bebé duerme.
We need the imperative form for 'tú'.
How do you ask someone to be quiet politely?
It is the most polite and standard way to ask.
You are in a library and your friend is laughing loudly.
This is the appropriate social response.
A: ¡No puedo creer que ganamos! B: ____, estamos en un lugar público.
The context requires lowering the volume.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
6 perguntasNo, it is a standard, polite request.
No, use 'bajar el volumen'.
The phrase is the same, but the 'z' sound changes.
Use 'Le agradecería que bajara la voz'.
It can, but it mostly means just lowering the volume.
Yes, use 'Bajen la voz'.
Frases relacionadas
Hablar bajo
synonymTo speak softly
Bajar el tono
similarTo lower the tone
En voz baja
builds onIn a low voice
