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How to Say "Slow down" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Desacelere
"Slow down" in Portuguese 路 say it like deh-sah-seh-leh

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Portuguese is Desacelere. 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

Diminua a velocidade
more formal, often used in driving contexts
Vai devagar
casual, often used in everyday conversation

When to use it

Use 'desacelere' when you want someone to slow down, whether it's in driving or in their actions. It's appropriate in both formal and informal situations. You can use it with friends, family, or in a professional context.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Desacelere, voc锚 est谩 dirigindo muito r谩pido.Slow down, you are driving too fast.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'desacelere' with 'acelere', which means to speed up.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is 'desacelere' used in all Portuguese-speaking countries?

Yes, it is understood in all Portuguese-speaking regions, though regional variants may exist.

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