🇳🇵 Nepali phrases

How to Say "Slow down" in Nepali

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
धीरे चलाउनुहोस्
"Slow down" in Nepali · say it like dhee-reh chah-lah-oo-nuh-hos

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Nepali is धीरे चलाउनुहोस्. 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

धीरे गर्नुहोस्
a more casual way to say it
गति कम गर्नुहोस्
used in more formal contexts

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want someone to reduce their speed, whether driving or walking. It is polite and can be used in various situations. It is appropriate for both formal and informal contexts.

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Examples in Nepali

NepaliEnglish
तपाईंले गाडी चलाउँदा धेरै चाँडो चलाउनु हुँदैन। कृपया, धीरे चलाउनुहोस्।You should not drive too fast. Please slow down.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'छिटो चलाउनुहोस्', which means 'speed up'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase when talking to children?

Yes, it is suitable to use with children to encourage them to be careful.

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