How to say “Please” in Cornish
The most common way to say “please” in Cornish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Mar pleg
Frequently asked
How do you say "Please" in Cornish?
"Please" in Cornish is "Mar pleg". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Mar pleg" written in Cornish?
"Mar pleg" is the standard written form in Cornish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Mar pleg" in Cornish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Mar pleg" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Mar pleg" mean in English?
"Mar pleg" is the Cornish way of saying "Please" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Please" in Cornish?
Many languages — including Cornish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Mar pleg" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Cornish spoken?
Cornish is spoken by an estimated 1,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Cornish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Cornish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Mar pleg" or any other Cornish text.