How to Say ‘The check, please’ in Mexican Spanish
La cuenta, por favor
lah kwen-tah por fah-vor
[lah kwen-tah por fah-vor]
💬 Usage Tip: It's polite to add 'por favor' (please).
🇲🇽 In Mexico: Don't forget to check if service is included in the bill.
Phrase Breakdown
La
[lah]
The
Used to refer to a specific item or concept that is known to the listener.
¿Puedes pasarme la cuenta, por favor?
Can you pass me the bill, please?
cuenta
[kwen-tah]
bill
A printed or written statement of the money owed for goods or services.
Siempre reviso bien la cuenta antes de pagar.
I always check the bill carefully before paying.
por
[por]
for
Used to indicate purpose or reason.
Pido la cuenta, por favor.
I ask for the bill, please.
favor
[fah-vor]
please
Used to add politeness to requests and commands.
Siempre es bueno decir por favor cuando pides algo.
It's always good to say please when you ask for something.
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