🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "Slow down" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hættu við
"Slow down" in Icelandic · say it like heh-tuh vee

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Icelandic is Hættu við. 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

Fara hægar
more casual, often used in everyday conversation
Láttu vera
can be used in a more informal context

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want someone to reduce their speed, whether driving or doing an activity. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. Use it when you feel someone is rushing or moving too quickly.

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Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Hættu við að keyra svona hratt.Slow down driving so fast.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'fara hraðar', which means to speed up.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Hættu við'?

Use it when you want someone to slow down, either in conversation or when giving directions.

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