How to Say “please” in French

s'il vous plaît

/sil vu plˈɛ/

please

Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “s'il vous plaît” is /sil vu plˈɛ/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

Context

This phrase belongs to the Pronunciation & Basics category. It is suitable for beginners.

“please” in Other Languages

Spanishpor favor Italianper favore

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce "s'il vous plaît" in French?+

The IPA pronunciation is /sil vu plˈɛ/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

What does "s'il vous plaît" mean in English?+

"s'il vous plaît" translates to "please" in English. It belongs to the Pronunciation & Basics category.

Is "s'il vous plaît" formal or informal in French?+

This is a commonly used expression in everyday French conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

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"small" → petit

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