Spanish phrase
¿Puedes ~, por favor?
Meaning
Can you ___ please?
When to use it
A polite way to ask someone to do something. Often asks about ability or convenience in everyday or semi-formal contexts, friendly but not demanding.
Example dialogue
¿Puedes hablar más despacio, por favor?
Can you speak more slowly, please?
Sí, perdón, hablaré más despacio.
Yes, sorry, I'll speak more slowly.