Meaning
A request or instruction to proceed at a reduced speed.
Cultural Background
In crowded markets, 'dheere chaliye' is a common polite request to avoid bumping into people. In meetings, 'thoda dheere' is used to ask for clarification without being rude.
Use 'thoda'
Adding 'thoda' (a little) makes you sound much more polite and less demanding.
Meaning
A request or instruction to proceed at a reduced speed.
Use 'thoda'
Adding 'thoda' (a little) makes you sound much more polite and less demanding.
Test Yourself
Which is the most polite way to ask someone to slow down?
Choose the best option:
The 'iye' ending is the standard formal marker in Hindi.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesChoose the best option:
The 'iye' ending is the standard formal marker in Hindi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly if you use 'dheere chaliye' or 'kripya dheere'.
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