Pronunciation: /pliːz/
verb to make a polite request or to show politeness
A1 Please pass me the salt.
A2 Please help me with my homework.
B1 Please send me the report by tomorrow.
B2 Please consider my proposal for the project.
C1 Please review the contract before signing it.
C2 Please ensure all necessary precautions are taken before proceeding.
adverb used to make a request more polite or to express politeness in a request
A1 Can you please pass me the salt?
A2 Please wait for me at the bus stop.
B1 Please make sure to double-check your work before submitting it.
B2 Please consider all the options before making a decision.
C1 Please provide a detailed analysis of the data for the presentation.
C2 Please refrain from using inappropriate language during the meeting.
formal Please kindly refrain from speaking out of turn during the meeting.
informal Can you please stop talking while I'm trying to concentrate?
slang Hey, could you please zip it for a sec?
figurative Please hold your tongue and let others have their say.
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