asseblief

Afrikaans

Alternative forms

asb. (abbreviation)
seblief, 'seblief (informal, colloquial)
bliefies (childish, humorous)

Etymology

From Dutch alsjeblieft, alstublieft.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ˌasəˈblif/
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Adverb

asseblief

please; used to make a polite request
Koop asseblief melk op pad terug.
Please buy milk on the way back.
please; used as an affirmative to an offer
— Wil jy 'n glas water hê? — (Ja,) asseblief!
— Would you like a glass of water? — (Yes,) please!

Interjection

asseblief

please; an expression of annoyance or impatience
Synonym: asseblief tog

Ag, asseblief! Drink dit net!
Oh, please! Just drink it!

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