Parla lentamente
Speak slowly
Language note: Helpful in fast-speaking regions like southern Italy.
Culture note: Italians may speed up with excitement, so gently remind them to slow down.
Context: The tourist has trouble keeping up with the conversation speed.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Parla
[PAH-lah]
Speak
To convey information or express feelings through speech.
Parla lentamente, per favore.
Speak slowly, please.
lentamente
[len-tah-MEN-teh]
slowly
At a slow pace; not quickly.
Parla lentamente quando spiega.
He speaks slowly when he explains.
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