S'il vous plaît
Please
Language note: Literally 'if it pleases you'.
Culture note: Using 'please' is very important in maintaining politeness.
Context: You want to be polite while making the reservation.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
S'
[s]
if
A conjunction used to introduce a conditional clause.
S'il part maintenant, il arrivera à l'heure.
If he leaves now, he will arrive on time.
il
[eel]
it
A pronoun used to refer to a previously mentioned subject or situation.
Il est important que nous comprenions.
It is important that we understand.
vous
[voo]
you
A pronoun used to address the listener or reader.
Je vous en prie.
You're welcome.
plaît
[pleh]
pleases
A verb used to express satisfaction or to politely ask for something.
Cela me plaît beaucoup.
I like it a lot.
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