llame por favor
/ʝame poɾ faboɾ/from spelling rules
llame por favor is the Spanish phrase for please call.
This phrase is used to request a telephone call, but it can also be used in written instructions or signs.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the verb llamar (to call) and the polite particle por favor (please).
Which one should you use?
For example, Podrías llamarme, por favor means 'Could you call me, please?', whereas Si puedes, llámame, por favor means 'If you can, please call me.'
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, Favor de llamar is used instead of more common phrases.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form llame is the formal imperative (command) form of the verb llamar, used when addressing someone as usted. Additionally, the phrase por favor can be placed at the beginning or the end of the request without changing the meaning.
How do you pronounce it?
/ʝame poɾ faboɾ/
Did you know?
- While llame por favor is a request, the verb llamar is also used to describe the ringing of a bell, such as in a church.
- When asking for a callback, Spanish speakers often include the verb devolver, meaning 'to return', to say they want the call returned, a nuance not required in the English 'call me back'.
- In a social context, the phrase llámame can function as a casual way to say 'hit me up', moving far beyond a literal request for a telephone conversation.
Examples in context
- Llame por favor al consultorio.Please call the doctor's office.
- Llame por favor a mi número.Please call my number.
- Llame por favor a la recepción.Please call the reception desk.
Example conversation
Elena is leaving a message for Javier at his office.
- ElenaHola Javier, no estás en tu oficina.Hello Javier, you are not in your office.
- JavierHola Elena, estoy en una reunión.Hello Elena, I am in a meeting.
- ElenaEstá bien, llame por favor más tarde.That is fine, please call later.
- JavierSí, te llamo en una hora.Yes, I will call you in an hour.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
