1. A courteous and respectful way of asking someone to do something, using formal language and showing consideration for the other person
Could you please pass the salt? This is a polite request.
Você poderia passar o sal, por favor? Este é um pedido educado.
2. A formal or official request made in a diplomatic or professional manner
The ambassador made a polite request for additional funding.
O embaixador fez um pedido educado por financiamento adicional.