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Lütfen

adverb
Pronunciation: /LEWT-fen/

English Meaning

Please

“Lütfen” in Example Sentences

  • Bir çay lütfen.

    A tea, please.

  • Lütfen bekleyin.

    Please wait.

  • Hesabı getirir misiniz, lütfen?

    Could you bring the bill, please?

Grammar & Usage

Can be placed at the beginning or end of a request to soften the tone.

Word Origin & Etymology

From Arabic 'luṭfan' (kindly, with grace).

Cultural Context

While 'lütfen' is used similarly to 'please' in English, Turks also often use conditional verb endings (e.g., 'yapar mısın?' - would you do it?) to show politeness instead of just adding 'lütfen'.

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