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The correct spelling is please.

How to pronounce please

/pliːz/
verb

IPA: /pliːz/

Say it like: Plee-se

The correct spelling is please. To make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to. For example: "Her presentation pleased the executives."

Usage Examples

Her presentation pleased the executives.

Just do as you please.

Could you tell me the time, please?

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to.
  2. 2.To desire; to will; to be pleased by.

adverb

  1. 1.Used to make a polite request.
  2. 2.Used as an affirmative to an offer.
  3. 3.An expression of annoyance or impatience.
  4. 4.(Cincinnati) Said as a request to repeat information.

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