🇭🇺 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "Slow down" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Lassíts
"Slow down" in Hungarian · say it like lahs-sheech

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Hungarian is Lassíts. 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

Lassabb
used in a more casual context
Kicsit lassabban
a more polite way to ask someone to slow down

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want someone to reduce their speed, whether it's driving, walking, or speaking. It's appropriate in both casual and formal situations. If someone is going too fast for you to keep up, this is a good phrase to use.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Lassíts, nem tudom követni.Slow down, I can't keep up.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'lassíts' with 'lassabb', which means 'slower' but is not a command.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'lassíts' when driving?

Yes, it's appropriate to use 'lassíts' when asking someone to slow down while driving.

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