How to Say ‘Can you speak slowly?’ in Mexican Spanish
¿Puedes hablar más despacio?
💬 Usage Tip: Using 'más' means 'more,' making the request sound softer.
🇲🇽 In Mexico: This is a polite way to ask someone to slow down when they're speaking.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
puedes
[PWEH-des]
can you
Used to ask someone if they are able or willing to do something.
¿Puedes venir conmigo?
Can you come with me?
hablar
[ah-BLAR]
speak
The action of talking or communicating verbally.
¿Puedes hablar un poco más fuerte?
Can you speak a bit louder?
más
[MAS]
more
To a greater extent or degree.
Necesito más tiempo.
I need more time.
despacio
[des-PAH-see-oh]
slowly
At a reduced speed or pace.
¿Puedes hablar más despacio, por favor?
Can you speak more slowly, please?
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