🇷🇴 Romanian phrases

How to Say "Slow down" in Romanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Încetinește
"Slow down" in Romanian · say it like een-tseh-nehs-teh

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Romanian is Încetinește. 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

Mergi mai încet
a more casual way to say it
Rărește
used in specific contexts, like driving

When to use it

You can use 'Încetinește' when you want someone to reduce their speed, whether while driving or doing an activity. 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 Romanian

RomanianEnglish
Încetinește, te rog!Slow down, please!
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'încetinește' with 'oprește', which means 'stop'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'încetinește'?

Use it when you want to ask someone to slow down in various contexts.

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