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por favorcito
/poɾ faβoɾˈsi.to/
please (affectionate)
Pásame el pan, por favorcito.
Pass me the bread, please.
informal
A diminutive form of 'por favor' used to soften a request, often conveying affection or politeness in informal contexts.
Dame un abrazo, por favorcito.
Give me a hug, please.
Ayúdame con esto, por favorcito.
Help me with this, please.
Commonly used with children, close friends, or loved ones to sound more endearing. Avoid using in formal settings.
Collocations
por favorcitoplease (affectionate)un poquito por favorcitojust a little, please
Synonyms
Pro Tip
When to use 'por favorcito'
Use 'por favorcito' when asking for something from someone you're close to, like family members, friends, or romantic partners. It adds warmth and affection to your request.
Gold Rule
Avoid in formal contexts
Never use 'por favorcito' in professional or formal emails, letters, or conversations. Stick to 'por favor' in these situations.
Word Origin
'Por favorcito' combines 'por favor' (please) with the diminutive suffix '-cito', which adds a softening or affectionate tone. The diminutive is formed by adding '-ito' or '-cito' to words in Spanish to convey endearment or politeness.
Usage Notes
The diminutive '-cito' is informal and should only be used in casual or affectionate contexts. Overusing it in formal settings may sound unprofessional or overly familiar.
Word Breakdown
por
by
prepositionfavor
favor
noun-cito
diminutive suffix (makes it affectionate)
suffixDiccionario Español-Inglés