How to say “Please” in Danish
The most common way to say “please” in Danish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Vær venlig
Frequently asked
How do you say "Please" in Danish?
"Please" in Danish is "Vær venlig". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Vær venlig" written in Danish?
"Vær venlig" is the standard written form in Danish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Vær venlig" in Danish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Vær venlig" 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 "Vær venlig" mean in English?
"Vær venlig" is the Danish 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 Danish?
Many languages — including Danish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Vær venlig" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Danish spoken?
Danish is spoken by an estimated 6 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Danish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Danish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Vær venlig" or any other Danish text.