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How to Say "Please" in Latin

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
quaeso
"Please" in Latin · say it like kwai-so

The most natural way to say "Please" in Latin is quaeso. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

sodes
a more casual or colloquial form

When to use it

Use 'quaeso' when making a request or asking for something politely. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. 'Sodes' can be used among friends or in less formal situations.

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Examples in Latin

LatinEnglish
Quaeso, mihi auxilium da.Please, give me help.
Quaeso, veni ad cenam.Please, come to dinner.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'quaeso' with 'quaerere' which means 'to ask' rather than 'please'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear quaeso, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Latin with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a difference between 'quaeso' and 'sodes'?

'Quaeso' is more formal, while 'sodes' is used in casual conversation.

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