Spanish Phrase
Introduce tu PIN, por favor.
Meaning
This phrase is a polite command used to ask someone to input their Personal Identification Number. It's a direct and common instruction encountered in various automated systems or when dealing with transactions.
When to use
You will typically hear or see this phrase when using an ATM, making a payment with a credit/debit card at a terminal, or accessing a secure system that requires a PIN. It's a standard instruction in transactional contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
IntroducetuPINpor favor
Introduce (from Introducir)
This is the informal 'tú' imperative form of the verb 'introducir' (to introduce, to insert, to input). It's used for giving a direct command to someone you address informally.
tu
This is the informal possessive adjective meaning 'your'. It matches the informal command 'Introduce' and indicates that the PIN belongs to the person being addressed.
PIN
An acronym for 'Personal Identification Number'. It's a loanword from English and is commonly used in Spanish without translation, often pronounced as in English or with Spanish phonetics.
por favor
This phrase means 'please' and is essential for politeness. Including it softens the command and makes the request more courteous, which is important in Spanish communication.
🗨In Conversation
Para completar la compra, introduce tu PIN, por favor.
To complete the purchase, enter your PIN, please.
Claro, aquí lo tienes.
Of course, here you go.
✕Common Mistakes
Entra tu PIN, por favor.
While 'entrar' means 'to enter' in a general sense (like entering a room), 'introducir' is specifically used for inputting data or numbers into a system.
Introduce su PIN, por favor.
Using 'su' (formal 'your') instead of 'tu' (informal 'your') might be grammatically correct in some contexts, but 'tu' is more common and expected in automated systems or when addressing an individual directly in a neutral context.
↔Alternatives
Ingrese su PIN.
Enter your PIN (formal).
Digita tu clave.
Type your code (informal, common in some regions).
Cultural Tip
In Spanish-speaking countries, politeness is highly valued. The addition of 'por favor' (please) is crucial, even in automated messages, to maintain a polite tone. While 'tu' is used here, 'usted' (formal 'you') is also very common in formal or transactional settings, so 'Ingrese su PIN, por favor' is also frequently seen.