A1 Expression Neutral

Tala långsammare

Speak more slowly

Meaning

A request for someone to reduce their speaking speed.

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Cultural Background

Swedes value 'lagom' (just the right amount). Asking for a slower pace is seen as seeking that balance. Directness is valued, so don't be afraid to use this phrase.

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Add 'tack'

Always add 'tack' to make it polite.

Meaning

A request for someone to reduce their speaking speed.

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Add 'tack'

Always add 'tack' to make it polite.

Test Yourself

Which is the correct way to ask someone to slow down?

Kan du _____?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tala långsammare

You need the comparative form 'långsammare' to mean 'slower'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the correct way to ask someone to slow down? Choose A1

Kan du _____?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tala långsammare

You need the comparative form 'långsammare' to mean 'slower'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is very helpful for learning.

Related Phrases

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Vad sa du?

similar

What did you say?

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Kan du upprepa?

builds on

Can you repeat?

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