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Requesting someone to speak at a slower pace.
문화적 배경
Spaniards are known for being very direct. Saying 'Habla más despacio' isn't considered rude as long as your tone is friendly. In Mexico, politeness is often expressed through 'softeners'. You might hear 'un poquito' (a little bit) added to the phrase. Speakers here often omit the 's' at the end of words. If you ask them to speak 'más despacio', they might articulate those 's' sounds more clearly for you. In Argentina, the 'tú' command is 'hablá' (with an accent on the last 'a'). This is part of 'voseo'.
The Hand Gesture
Pair the phrase with a 'pushing down' motion with your hand to visually signal 'slow down'.
Don't forget the accent
In writing, 'más' always needs the accent mark. Without it, 'mas' is a literary word for 'but'.
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Requesting someone to speak at a slower pace.
The Hand Gesture
Pair the phrase with a 'pushing down' motion with your hand to visually signal 'slow down'.
Don't forget the accent
In writing, 'más' always needs the accent mark. Without it, 'mas' is a literary word for 'but'.
The 'Un Poquito' Trick
Adding 'un poquito' (a little bit) makes you sound much more like a native speaker and less like a student.
Regional Speed
Be prepared to use this more in Madrid or the Caribbean than in the Andean regions (like Peru or Ecuador), where speech is naturally slower.
셀프 테스트
You are talking to your boss. Which is the most appropriate way to ask them to slow down?
Señor García, por favor...
'Hable' is the formal imperative (usted), which is necessary for a boss.
Complete the sentence with the correct adverb.
No entiendo nada porque hablas muy rápido. Por favor, habla más _______.
'Despacio' is the opposite of 'rápido' in terms of speed.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
A: ¡Oye! ¿Viste el partido de ayer? Fueincreíbleymuyemocionante... B: ¡Espera! _______, que mi español no es perfecto.
Since they are friends ('Oye'), the informal 'Habla' is correct.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are in a library and someone is speaking too fast and too loud.
You need them to slow down (despacio) and lower their volume (bajo).
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시각 학습 자료
Speed vs Volume
When to use Habla vs Hable
Habla (Tú)
- • Friends
- • Family
- • Children
- • Classmates
Hable (Usted)
- • Bosses
- • Strangers
- • Elders
- • Police
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Señor García, por favor...
'Hable' is the formal imperative (usted), which is necessary for a boss.
No entiendo nada porque hablas muy rápido. Por favor, habla más _______.
'Despacio' is the opposite of 'rápido' in terms of speed.
A: ¡Oye! ¿Viste el partido de ayer? Fueincreíbleymuyemocionante... B: ¡Espera! _______, que mi español no es perfecto.
Since they are friends ('Oye'), the informal 'Habla' is correct.
Situation: You are in a library and someone is speaking too fast and too loud.
You need them to slow down (despacio) and lower their volume (bajo).
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It's not 'wrong' in conversation, but 'despacio' is the grammatically correct adverb. Think of it like 'Speak slow' vs 'Speak slowly' in English.
Yes, in an emergency or quick interaction, just saying 'Más despacio, por favor' is perfectly fine.
Try saying: 'Lo siento, no entiendo. ¿Puede repetir más despacio?' or ask them to write it down.
Spanish is a syllable-timed language, meaning every syllable has the same length, which creates a rapid, rhythmic sound.
Use the plural form: 'Hablen más despacio, por favor'.
Yes! It's used for driving, walking, or doing any action slowly (e.g., 'Camina más despacio').
No. That is a common mistake. 'Bajo' or 'quedito' means quiet.
Not at all! It shows you are trying to listen. Just remember to say 'por favor'.
The formal version is 'Hable más despacio'.
Usually, no, because emails aren't spoken. You would say '¿Podría explicarlo de forma más sencilla?' (Could you explain it more simply?).
관련 표현
Repite, por favor
similarRepeat, please
Más lento
synonymSlower
Habla más alto
contrastSpeak louder
No entiendo
builds onI don't understand
Ve más despacio
specialized formGo slower
