A transparent combination of por, here meaning “for,” and favor, meaning “kindness” or “help,” literally asking something as a favor.
A transparent combination of por, here meaning “for,” and favor, meaning “kindness” or “help,” literally asking something as a favor.
What does por favor mean?
Por favor usually means “please,” but an emotional por favor can also mean “come on” or express a plea.
Where does por favor go in a Spanish sentence?
It can come before or after a request, or appear inside it between commas.
Is por favor formal or informal?
Its ordinary courtesy use is neutral. The exasperated use is more conversational and depends strongly on tone.
What is the informal form of por favor?
Porfa is a common informal shortening and appears among this entry's synonyms.
Where does por favor come from?
It combines por, “for,” and favor, “kindness” or “help,” so it presents the request as a favor.