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prithee

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Intj — An old-fashioned way of saying "please," used to soften a request or question.

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Etymology

A contraction of "I pray thee" — an archaic way of politely asking someone to do something.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “prithee” mean?

The word “prithee” means an old-fashioned way of saying "please," used to soften a request or question. In plain terms, an archaic, poetic way of saying "please" — you'll mostly see it in old plays or deliberately old-fashioned writing today.

How do you pronounce “prithee”?

“Prithee” is pronounced PRIH-thee (/ˈpɹɪði/ in IPA).

How do you use “prithee” in a sentence?

Here is “prithee” used in a sentence: “Prithee, tell me what troubles you so.”

What part of speech is “prithee”?

“Prithee” is an intj.

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