Sprechen Sie langsam
Speak slowly
Language note: Perfect for when words are flying past you too quickly. Use with 'Sie' for politeness.
Culture note: Germans are efficient speakers, so don't be shy to ask them to slow down.
Context: The teacher nods and starts explaining very slowly for better understanding.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Sprechen
[SHPRAY-khen]
speak
Command form for someone to talk or articulate words.
Sprechen Sie bitte lauter.
Please speak louder.
Sie
[zee]
you
A formal pronoun for addressing someone.
Sie haben recht.
You are right.
langsam
[LANG-zam]
slowly
Langsam indicates a slow pace or speed.
Bitte sprechen Sie langsam.
Please speak slowly.
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