Meaning
An instruction to walk at a reduced pace.
Cultural Background
Walking together is a sign of respect. Always match your pace to the elder. Similar to India, 'bistari' is used for 'slowly'. In many cultures, telling someone to 'slow down' is a sign of care.
Use the suffix
Add 'iye' to 'chalo' to be polite.
Don't confuse with speech
Use 'boliye' for speech.
Meaning
An instruction to walk at a reduced pace.
Use the suffix
Add 'iye' to 'chalo' to be polite.
Don't confuse with speech
Use 'boliye' for speech.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct formal way to say 'Walk slowly'?
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चलिए is the formal imperative suffix.
Fill in the blank.
रास्ता खराब है, ______ चलो।
The context implies caution.
Match the register.
Match the verb form to the register.
These are the standard honorific levels.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'I am running late!' You: '______, you will fall!'
Safety advice.
🎉 Score: /4
Practice Bank
4 exercises...
चलिए is the formal imperative suffix.
रास्ता खराब है, ______ चलो।
The context implies caution.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the standard honorific levels.
Friend: 'I am running late!' You: '______, you will fall!'
Safety advice.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsNo, it is a standard instruction.
No, use 'gadi dheere chalao'.
Use 'kripya' (please) before it.
The verb form 'chalo' works for both.
It is neutral; use 'chaliye' for formal.
Yes, it emphasizes slowness.
Related Phrases
धीरे बोलिए
similarSpeak slowly
तेज़ चलो
contrastWalk fast
सावधान
similarBe careful
