馃嚦馃嚞 Hausa phrases

How to Say "Slow down" in Hausa

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ka rage gudu
"Slow down" in Hausa 路 say it like kah rah-geh goo-doo

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Hausa is Ka rage gudu. 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

Ka dan rage gudu
a slightly softer way to ask someone to slow down
Ka tsaya
means 'stop' and can be used in similar contexts

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want someone to reduce their speed, whether driving or moving quickly. It can be used in both casual and formal situations. It's a polite way to ask someone to be more careful.

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Examples in Hausa

HausaEnglish
Ka rage gudu, akwai yara a hanya.Slow down, there are children on the road.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'Ka tsaya', which means 'stop'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Ka rage gudu, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hausa with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Ka rage gudu'?

Use it when you want someone to slow down, especially in a driving context.

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