A1 Expression Neutral

ゆっくり

yukkuri

Slowly / Take your time

Meaning

Encourages someone to do something at a relaxed pace.

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Cultural Background

The concept of 'yukkuri' is tied to the tea ceremony, where time is meant to slow down. The 'Slow Living' movement mirrors the Japanese 'yukkuri' philosophy.

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Small Pause

Don't forget the small pause (tsu) in the middle. It's yukkuri, not yukuri.

Meaning

Encourages someone to do something at a relaxed pace.

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Small Pause

Don't forget the small pause (tsu) in the middle. It's yukkuri, not yukuri.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence to ask someone to speak slowly.

すみません、もう少し___話してください。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ゆっくり

Yukkuri means slowly, which is what you need when asking for clarity.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence to ask someone to speak slowly. Fill Blank A1

すみません、もう少し___話してください。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ゆっくり

Yukkuri means slowly, which is what you need when asking for clarity.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, but be careful. It's better to say 'teinei ni' (carefully) for work quality.

Related Phrases

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のんびり

similar

Carefree

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急ぐ

contrast

To hurry

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