How to Pronounce alstublieft

CEFR level: A1

English: please

Say it like ahl-stoo-BLEEFT

Phonetic breakdown

The word is composed of 'als' (if), 'u' (you), and 'blieft' (pleases), pronounced as three distinct syllables.

Learners often confuse it with 'alsjeblieft', which is the informal version used when addressing someone as 'je'.

Use this word when offering something to someone or when making a polite request in a formal setting.