French Phrase
À 19h, s'il te plaît.
Meaning
This sentence politely states a desired time – “At 7 p.m., please.” It is often used when you want something to happen at a specific hour, such as making a reservation, setting a meeting, or asking for a delivery.
When to use
Use it in informal contexts (friends, family, casual service staff) when you need to specify a time and want to be courteous. In a restaurant, a taxi, or when arranging a meetup, you can say this to indicate the exact hour you prefer.
✦Grammar Breakdown
À19h,s'ilteplaît.
À (preposition of time)
Use "à" to indicate a specific point in time, similar to "at" in English.
19h (24‑hour clock)
In French, the 24‑hour clock is standard for schedules; "19h" is read "dix‑neuf heures".
s'il te plaît (polite request)
A contraction of "si + il + te + plaît" meaning "please"; "te" makes it informal, while "vous" would be formal.
Comma usage
A comma separates the time from the polite request, mirroring natural speech pauses.
🗨In Conversation
Vous voulez réserver une table pour ce soir ?
Do you want to book a table for tonight?
Oui, à 19h, s'il te plaît.
Yes, at 7 p.m., please.
✕Common Mistakes
a 19h, s'il te plaît
Missing the accent on "À" turns the preposition into the verb "a" (has).
s'il vous plaît, à 19h
Mixing formal "vous" with an informal sentence can sound inconsistent; keep the register consistent.
À 19h s'il te plaît?
A question mark changes the tone; this phrase is a polite statement, not a question.
↔Alternatives
À 19h, s'il vous plaît.
At 7 p.m., please. (formal)
Pour 19h, s'il te plaît.
For 7 p.m., please.
À 19 heures, s'il te plaît.
At 7 p.m., please. (spelled out)
Cultural Tip
French speakers almost always use the 24‑hour clock for appointments, especially in writing. "S'il te plaît" is informal; switch to "s'il vous plaît" when talking to strangers, elders, or in professional settings. Remember the accent on "À" – it changes the meaning from the preposition "a" (has) to the time‑indicating "à".