Meaning
A request for someone to reduce their speaking speed for better understanding.
Cultural Background
Americans value efficiency, so asking someone to slow down is seen as a way to save time by avoiding confusion. British speakers often use 'Could you' or 'Would you mind' to be extra polite.
Add a smile
Smiling while saying this makes the request sound much friendlier.
Meaning
A request for someone to reduce their speaking speed for better understanding.
Add a smile
Smiling while saying this makes the request sound much friendlier.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct adverb form.
Please speak ______.
We need an adverb to modify the verb 'speak'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesPlease speak ______.
We need an adverb to modify the verb 'speak'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is a very common and polite request.
Related Phrases
Could you repeat that?
similarAsking for a repeat.
I don't understand.
builds onStating lack of comprehension.
