Didn’t your mother teach you to mind your manners? When you’re speaking to someone in another language, it can be more difficult to convey ideas. It’s crucial to be extra polite so nothing gets taken the wrong way. That’s why we’ve created this guide for saying “please” and “thank you” in 10 languages. You’re welcome. (You might also want to learn “yes” and “no” to accompany these.)
1. Spanish
Please: Por favor
Thank you: Gracias
2. French
Please: S’il vous/te plaît (formal/informal)
Thank you: Merci
3. German
Please: Bitte
Thank you: Danke
4. Italian
Please: Per favore
Thank you: Grazie
5. Portuguese
Please: Por favor
Thank you: Obrigado/a
6. Chinese
Please: Qǐng
Thank you: Xièxie nǐ
7. Arabic
Please: Min fádlak (to a man), Min fádlik (to a woman)
Thank you: Shukran
8. Russian
Please: Pazhalsta
Thank you: Spaseeba
9. Japanese
Please: Onegaishimasu
Thank you: Arigatou
10. Swedish
Please: Tack
Thank you: Tack (yes, really)