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How to Say ‘Special request?’ in Mexican Spanish

Solicitud especial?

soh-lee-see-tood ehs-peh-see-al

[soh-lee-see-tood ehs-peh-see-al]

💬 Usage Tip: Use 'solicitud especial' when making specific requests in restaurants.

🇲🇽 In Mexico: In Mexico, chefs are generally accommodating with dietary needs.

Phrase Breakdown

Solicitud

[soh-lee-see-tood]

Request

An act of asking for something to be given or done, especially as a favor or courtesy.

Example

He hecho una solicitud para una mesa junto a la ventana.

I made a request for a table by the window.

especial

[ehs-peh-see-al]

Special

Uniquely or specifically designed for a function or occasion.

Example

¿Necesitas algo especial para la cena?

Do you need anything special for the dinner?

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