caramelos, por favor
The English phrase "candy please" can be translated into Spanish as caramelos, por favor.
This phrase is used to make a polite request for sweets. The word dulces is a common synonym for caramelos and can be used interchangeably in many Spanish-speaking regions to mean sweets or candy.
Which one should you use?
The plural form caramelos is the standard way to ask for candy in general, implying one or more pieces. The singular form caramelo can be used if you are asking for a single piece of candy.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, you can use the phrase ¿Me podría dar un caramelo, por favor? to ask for candy politely.
Did you know?
- In certain regions, caramelo can be used as a euphemism for a bribe, referring to a 'sweetener' to get something done.
- While por favor is the standard for 'please', using just porfa is a very common informal contraction used by youth and friends.
- In Spain, caramelos can specifically refer to throat lozenges, which are often sold as 'medicinal' candy in pharmacies.
Examples in context
- ¿Me da un caramelo, por favor?Can you give me a candy, please?
- ¿Me das caramelos, por favor?Will you give me some candy, please?
Example conversation
Elena is a little girl asking her brother for treats.
- ElenaAlejandro, caramelos, por favor.Alejandro, candy, please.
- Alejandro¿Quieres estos caramelos rojos?Do you want these red candies?
- ElenaSí, gracias, Alejandro.Yes, thank you, Alejandro.
- AlejandroDe nada, Elena.You're welcome, Elena.
