please
Pronunciation:
/pliːz//pliz/verb
Definitions
To make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to.
Example: Her presentation pleased the executives.
To desire; to will; to be pleased by.
Example: Just do as you please.
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/pliːz//pliz/Definitions
To make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to.
Example: Her presentation pleased the executives.
To desire; to will; to be pleased by.
Example: Just do as you please.
/pliːz//pliz/Definitions
Used to make a polite request.
Example: Could you tell me the time, please?
Used as an affirmative to an offer.
Example: —May I help you? —Please.
An expression of annoyance or impatience.
Example: Oh, please, do we have to hear that again?
/pliːz//pliz/Definitions
(Cincinnati) Said as a request to repeat information.