🇮🇱 Hebrew phrases

How to Say "Slow down" in Hebrew

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
תוריד מהמהירות
"Slow down" in Hebrew · say it like toh-reed meh-ha-meh-ee-root

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Hebrew is תוריד מהמהירות. 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

תאט
a more formal way to say it
לאט יותר
a casual way to express the same idea

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want someone to drive or move more slowly. It is often used in driving contexts or when giving instructions. It can be said to a friend or a family member in a casual setting.

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Examples in Hebrew

HebrewEnglish
תוריד מהמהירות, אתה נוסע מהר מדי.Slow down, you are driving too fast.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'לך לאט', which means 'go slowly' but is less common.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is there a more polite way to say 'slow down'?

Yes, you can use 'תאט בבקשה' which means 'please slow down'.

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