A2 Expression Formal

کمی آهسته‌تر صحبت کنید

kami ahestetar sohbat konid

Speak a bit slower, please

Meaning

A polite request for the speaker to reduce their speaking speed.

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Cultural Background

Persians value 'Taarof', so adding 'لطفاً' is highly recommended. The phrase is understood perfectly, though the accent might vary. Tajik Persian is similar, though vocabulary might differ slightly. In the US/Europe, Iranians often use this phrase with non-native speakers to help them learn.

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Add a smile

Always smile when you say this to ensure the speaker knows you aren't frustrated.

Meaning

A polite request for the speaker to reduce their speaking speed.

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Add a smile

Always smile when you say this to ensure the speaker knows you aren't frustrated.

Test Yourself

Which is the most polite way to ask someone to slow down?

Choose the best option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: کمی آهسته‌تر صحبت کنید

The 'کنید' ending is the formal imperative, and 'کمی' adds the necessary politeness.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the most polite way to ask someone to slow down? Choose A2

Choose the best option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: کمی آهسته‌تر صحبت کنید

The 'کنید' ending is the formal imperative, and 'کمی' adds the necessary politeness.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is very polite if you use the formal 'کنید' ending.

Related Phrases

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متوجه نشدم

builds on

I didn't understand

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لطفاً تکرار کنید

similar

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