Firme aquí, por favor
The English phrase "please sign here" can be translated into Spanish as Firme aquí, por favor.
Which one should you use?
Using Firma instead of Firme changes the register from formal to informal, used with friends or peers. You can also use the noun firma (signature) instead of the verb firmar (to sign) by saying Su firma aquí, por favor.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the formal form Firme aquí, por favor, the word Firme is the imperative (command) form of the verb firmar used with the formal usted pronoun.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, a person may be asked to provide their firma alongside a huella, which is a fingerprint ink stamp used for those who cannot sign.
- While firma means signature, it is also the word used for a company or a corporate partnership, such as a firma de abogados for a law firm.
- When signing official documents in some Spanish-speaking countries, you may be asked to write leído y firmado, meaning 'read and signed' to prove you understood the text.
Examples in context
- Firme aquí, por favor, en la línea roja.Please sign here, on the red line.
- Solo firme aquí, por favor.Just sign here, please.
Example conversation
At a bank, a clerk is processing a document for a client.
- JavierTodo está listo para su cuenta nueva.Everything is ready for your new account.
- Elena¿Dónde tengo que anotar mi nombre?Where do I have to write my name?
- JavierFirme aquí, por favor.Please sign here.
- ElenaGracias, ya terminé.Thank you, I am finished.
