Meaning
A polite request for someone to speak at a slower pace.
Cultural Background
Americans often speak very quickly. It is considered polite to ask them to slow down. British speakers may use 'Could you' to be extra polite.
Smile!
Always smile when you ask this to ensure the speaker doesn't feel offended.
Meaning
A polite request for someone to speak at a slower pace.
Smile!
Always smile when you ask this to ensure the speaker doesn't feel offended.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct adverb form.
Could you speak _____, please?
Adverbs modify verbs, so 'slowly' is correct.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesCould you speak _____, please?
Adverbs modify verbs, so 'slowly' is correct.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is very polite if you add 'please'.
Related Phrases
Could you repeat that?
similarAsking for repetition.
