French Phrase
Oui, un sac, s'il te plaît.
Meaning
A short, polite way to answer “yes” and ask for a bag at the same time. The speaker confirms they want a bag and adds a courteous “please”.
When to use
Use this phrase in a shop, bakery, or any place where a clerk asks if you’d like a bag (e.g., “Voulez‑vous un sac ?”). It’s perfect for informal settings with friends or when you’re comfortable with the staff.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ouiunsacs'ilteplaît
Oui
Simple affirmation meaning “yes”. It can stand alone or precede a request.
Indefinite article (un)
Used before a masculine singular noun to mean “a / one”.
s'il te plaît
Polite request meaning “please”. It is a contraction of *si* + *il* + *te* + *plaît* and is informal; the formal version is *s'il vous plaît*.
🗨In Conversation
Voulez‑vous un sac ?
Would you like a bag?
Oui, un sac, s'il te plaît.
Yes, a bag, please.
✕Common Mistakes
Oui, un sac, si te plaît.
The correct contraction is *s'il te plaît*; *si* alone is not used in this expression.
Oui, un sac, s'il vous plaît?
This phrase is a statement, not a question. Use a period.
↔Alternatives
Oui, je voudrais un sac, s'il vous plaît.
Yes, I would like a bag, please.
Oui, un sac, s'il vous plaît.
Yes, a bag, please.
Oui, un sac, merci.
Yes, a bag, thank you.
Cultural Tip
In France, *s'il te plaît* is informal and is used with people you know well. When speaking to shop staff, the safer, more polite form is *s'il vous plaît*. Also, many French stores charge for plastic bags, so you might hear the question “Voulez‑vous un sac ?” before you answer.