Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sil-vous-plait
Phrase
/ˌsi luː pleɪ/
Definition
A French phrase used to mean ‘please’.
Examples
- Could you pass me the salt, sil-vous-plait?
- When asking for help, always say, ‘sil-vous-plait’.
- In French dining, it’s common to say, ‘sil-vous-plait’ when ordering.
Meaning
It is a polite expression used when making a request.
Synonyms
- please
- kindly
- if you please
