🇸🇰 Slovak phrases

How to Say "Hurry up" in Slovak

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ponáhľaj sa
"Hurry up" in Slovak · say it like poh-nah-lyai sha

The most natural way to say "Hurry up" in Slovak is Ponáhľaj sa. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Rýchlo
used in more urgent situations
Pospíchaj
a more casual way to say it

When to use it

You can use 'Ponáhľaj sa' when you want someone to speed up their actions. It is commonly used among friends or family. It can be used in various situations, like when someone is late or when you are in a hurry.

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Examples in Slovak

SlovakEnglish
Ponáhľaj sa, autobus už odchádza.Hurry up, the bus is leaving.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ponáhľaj sa' with 'počkajte', which means 'wait'.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a more polite way to say 'hurry up'?

Yes, you can say 'Prosím, ponáhľajte sa' for a more polite request.

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