Polite phrases Ukrainians expect in requests
Understanding Ukraine: Cultural Mistakes to Avoid in Ukrainian: Polite phrases Ukrainians expect in requests
Ukrainians expect politeness in requests expressed through specific phrases that show respect and courtesy. Key polite phrases in Ukrainian for requests include:
- “Будь ласка” (Bud’ laska) — Please / You’re welcome. It is the most common polite word used when making requests or responding to thanks.
- “Дайте, будь ласка” (Dayte, bud’ laska) — Give me, please. This is a standard polite way to ask for something.
- “Перепрошую” (Pereproshuyu) — Excuse me. Used to get attention politely or to ask for permission.
- “Вибачте” (Vybachte) — I’m sorry / Excuse me. Used to apologize or politely ask for something.
- “Дозвольте” (Dozvol’te) — Allow me. Used to politely offer help or to ask for permission to do something involving someone else.
Additional polite expressions often used in requests or formal communication:
- “Звертаючись до Вас” (Zvertayuchys’ do Vas) — Addressing you, showing formal respect.
- Using “Пан” (Pan) or “Пані” (Pani) — Mr. or Mrs./Ms. before names to show respect.
Common polite greetings and responses that can precede requests include:
- “Доброго дня” (Dobroho dnya) — Good day.
- “Дякую” (Dyakuyu) — Thank you.
- “Просимо” (Prosymo) — You’re welcome.
Ukrainians appreciate using these phrases as they convey respect and friendliness during interactions, especially in requests where adding polite words is expected and makes a positive impression.