Un espresso, per favore.
An espresso, please.
Language note: 'Per favore' is the standard way to politely ask for something.
Culture note: Espresso is the most common coffee in Italy, often enjoyed quickly at the bar.
Context: You specify that you'd like an espresso, please.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Un
[oon]
A
Used as an indefinite article before a singular noun.
Posso avere un bicchiere d'acqua?
Can I have a glass of water?
espresso
[eh-spress-oh]
Espresso
A type of strong black coffee made by forcing steam through ground coffee beans.
Mi piace prendere un espresso dopo pranzo.
I like to have an espresso after lunch.
per
[pair]
For
Used to indicate the purpose of something.
Questo regalo è per te.
This gift is for you.
favore
[fah-voh-reh]
Please
A polite expression used when asking for something.
Mi passi il sale, per favore?
Can you pass me the salt, please?
Phrase Parts
Un
An
Indefinite article used before masculine singular nouns.
Un gatto nero.
A black cat.
espresso
espresso
A type of strong black coffee made by forcing steam through ground coffee beans.
Ordino un espresso.
I order an espresso.
per favore
please
A polite expression used when making requests.
Un bicchiere d'acqua, per favore.
A glass of water, please.
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