Per favore
Please
Language note: Common polite request phrase.
Culture note: Manners are important; 'per favore' is used to show respect.
Context: The person pleads: 'Please,'
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Per
[PEHR]
please
Used in polite requests or questions.
Per favore, passa il sale.
Please, pass the salt.
favore
[fah-VO-reh]
favor
Kindness or approval.
Mi fa un favore?
Can you do me a favor?
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