Por favor
Please
Language note: Can be placed at the beginning or end of a request.
Culture note: Politeness is essential; this phrase is used frequently.
Context: You want to order a coffee politely.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Por
[por]
for
Typically introduces a cause or job.
Por você, tudo.
For you, everything.
favor
[fa-vor]
favor
Means kindness or approval.
Posso pedir um favor?
Can I ask for a favor?
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