Spanish Polite Expressions Quiz: Please, Thank You and Sorry

1. Which expression means “Please”?

Gracias. De nada. Por favor. Lo siento.

2. Which expression means “Thank you”?

Por favor. Gracias. De nada. Perdón.

3. What is a common reply to “Gracias.”?

Por favor. De nada. Lo siento. Disculpa.

4. Which expression does the lesson specifically give for passing by someone or acknowledging a small inconvenience?

Gracias. De nada. Perdón. Lo siento.

5. Which expression can also be used to get someone’s attention or introduce a brief informal interruption?

Por favor. Gracias. Disculpa. De nada.

6. Which expression is especially useful for apologizing for a problem or harm that affected another person?

Perdón. Disculpa. Lo siento. De nada.

7. Which phrase politely asks someone to repeat?

Más despacio, por favor. Otra vez, por favor. Gracias. Lo siento.

8. Which phrase politely asks someone to speak more slowly?

Otra vez, por favor. Más despacio, por favor. Gracias. Lo siento.

9. If someone helps you, which expression should you use according to the lesson?

De nada. Gracias. Lo siento. Disculpa.

10. If someone thanks you, which expression should you use according to the lesson?

Por favor. Perdón. De nada. Lo siento.

11. If you need brief attention or need to excuse yourself, which pair is appropriate according to the lesson?

Gracias / De nada Por favor / Gracias Perdón / Disculpa Lo siento / De nada

12. What is the main lesson point about English “excuse me” or “sorry” and Spanish polite expressions?

One Spanish phrase should be used in every situation. The English translation always determines the Spanish phrase. Spanish often chooses the expression according to its function in the situation. Polite expressions should only be used in long conversations.