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"Seleccione" is a form of "seleccionar", a transitive verb which is often translated as "to select". "Por favor" is a phrase which is often translated as "please". Learn more about the difference between "seleccione" and "por favor" below.
seleccionar(
seh
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lehk
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syoh
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nahr
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A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
transitive verb
a. to select
Usa el mouse para seleccionar el texto que quieres modificar.Use the mouse to select the text you want to change.
b. to choose
Te presentamos opciones, y tu seleccionas la que más te agrade.We give you options and you choose the one you like best.
c. to pick
No sé cómo seleccionar el mejor corte de carne para este plato.I don't know how to pick the best cut of meat for this dish.
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por favor(
pohr
 
fah
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bohr
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. please
Dame comida, por favor.Give me food, please.
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