Italian Phrase
Alle 7, per favore.
Meaning
‘At 7, please.’ The speaker is asking that something happen or be scheduled for 7 o’clock, adding a polite ‘please’ at the end.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to set a meeting time, request a reservation, or ask someone to do something at 7 o’clock. It works in both formal and informal contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Alle7perfavore
Alle (a + le)
‘Alle’ is the contraction of the preposition ‘a’ (at) and the definite article ‘le’ (the, feminine plural) and is used to indicate a specific time.
Numbers in time
When telling time, the hour is expressed as a cardinal number (sette = 7) and the article is omitted because it is already included in ‘alle’.
per favore
A polite way to say ‘please’; it literally means ‘for favor’ and is placed after the request.
🗨In Conversation
Alle 7, per favore.
At 7, please.
Va bene, ci vediamo alle 7.
Alright, see you at 7.
✕Common Mistakes
a le 7, per favore.
The preposition and article must be contracted to ‘alle’; writing them separately is incorrect.
Alle 7, per piacere.
‘Per piacere’ is understood but sounds old‑fashioned; native speakers prefer ‘per favore’.
Alle sette per favore.
Missing the comma can make the phrase feel rushed; a short pause (comma) separates the time from the polite request.
↔Alternatives
Alle sette, per favore.
At seven, please.
Alle 7, grazie.
At 7, thank you.
Puoi farlo alle 7?
Can you do it at 7?
Cultural Tip
Italians appreciate punctuality, especially for business appointments, but social gatherings can be more relaxed. Adding ‘per favore’ softens the request and shows respect. In the north you’ll hear the exact time (e.g., ‘alle sette in punto’), while in the south people may be a few minutes late without it being considered rude.