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How to Say "Slow down" in Polish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Zwolnij
"Slow down" in Polish 路 say it like zvoh-nee

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Polish is Zwolnij. 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

Zwolnij troch臋
a more casual way to say it, often used among friends
Spowolnij
a slightly more formal variant

When to use it

You can use 'Zwolnij' when you want someone to reduce their speed, whether driving or walking. It's appropriate in both casual and formal situations. Use it when you feel someone is going too fast for safety or comfort.

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Examples in Polish

PolishEnglish
Zwolnij, prosz臋, jedziesz za szybko.Slow down, please, you are driving too fast.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'zwolnij' with 'spowolnij', but 'zwolnij' is more commonly used in everyday situations.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'zwolnij' instead of 'spowolnij'?

'Zwolnij' is more common in casual speech, while 'spowolnij' is more formal.

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