This literally translates to "excuse me", but it is used in the same way as "please" in English.
Here are some other ways to say "please" in Laotian, depending on the context:
* "ຂໍໃຫ້" (kʰɔː hǎj) - This is a more formal way to say "please" and is often used when making requests.
* "ສຸພາບ" (sù pʰǎːp) - This is a polite term that can be used in place of "please" when making requests.
* "ກະລຸນາ" (ka.lu.na) - This is a more formal and respectful way to say "please" and is used when addressing someone of higher status or in a formal setting.
It's important to note that Laotian is a tonal language, and the intonation of the word "please" can change its meaning.