How to Pronounce "if you please"
expression
ˈɪf/, /ɪf/ /ˈju/ /ˈpɫiz
IF yoo PLEEZ
ˈɪf/ /jˈuː/ /plˈiːz
IF yoo PLEEZ
Definition
A formal and somewhat old-fashioned way to politely ask someone to do something, similar to saying 'please' or 'if you would be so kind.' It can also be used to show surprise or emphasis.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪf/, /ɪf/ /ˈju/ /ˈpɫiz
British English
ˈɪf/ /jˈuː/ /plˈiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IF yoo PLEEZ
UK
IF yoo PLEEZ
Listen in Context
Pass me the salt, if you please.
Take your seats, if you please.
Come in, if you please.
Could you move a little to the left, if you please?