المعنى
A request for someone to speak at a slower pace.
خلفية ثقافية
Brazilians often use 'diminutives' to sound even friendlier. You might hear 'Fale mais devagarinho' (Speak a little bit more slowly). In Portugal, people may drop vowels (elision), making speech sound faster than it is. Don't be afraid to use this phrase often there. In Cape Verdean Portuguese, the rhythm is more syllable-timed, but this standard phrase is still the go-to for learners.
Use Hand Gestures
Pair the phrase with a 'calm down' hand gesture (palms down) to make your meaning instantly clear.
Don't forget 'Por Favor'
Without it, you sound like a frustrated boss rather than a polite learner.
المعنى
A request for someone to speak at a slower pace.
Use Hand Gestures
Pair the phrase with a 'calm down' hand gesture (palms down) to make your meaning instantly clear.
Don't forget 'Por Favor'
Without it, you sound like a frustrated boss rather than a polite learner.
Smile!
A smile while saying this phrase ensures the speaker knows you are interested, not annoyed.
اختبر نفسك
Complete the phrase with the correct imperative form of 'falar'.
________ mais devagar, por favor.
'Fale' is the correct imperative form for 'você' (polite/neutral).
Match the Portuguese words to their English meanings.
Words: 1. Fale, 2. Mais, 3. Devagar, 4. Por favor
Direct translation of the phrase components.
Which sentence is the most polite way to ask a stranger to slow down?
Choose one:
Adding 'Você pode' and 'por favor' makes it a polite request rather than a command.
Fill in the missing response.
Atendente: [Fala muito rápido sobre o preço]. Você: Desculpe, não entendi. ________?
This is the logical response when you don't understand due to speed.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارين________ mais devagar, por favor.
'Fale' is the correct imperative form for 'você' (polite/neutral).
طابق كل عنصر على اليسار مع زوجه على اليمين:
Direct translation of the phrase components.
Choose one:
Adding 'Você pode' and 'por favor' makes it a polite request rather than a command.
Atendente: [Fala muito rápido sobre o preço]. Você: Desculpe, não entendi. ________?
This is the logical response when you don't understand due to speed.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
4 أسئلةYes, in informal situations, but adding the verb 'Fale' makes it a complete, clearer thought.
No. 'Devagar' is an adverb (slowly), while 'lento' is an adjective (slow). Use 'devagar' for actions like speaking.
Try saying 'Pode repetir bem devagarinho?' (Can you repeat very slowly?). The diminutive adds emphasis and friendliness.
It is neutral. It is polite enough for a boss but simple enough for a friend.
عبارات ذات صلة
Pode repetir?
similarCan you repeat?
Como se diz...?
builds onHow do you say...?
Não entendi.
similarI didn't understand.
Mais alto, por favor.
contrastLouder, please.
