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How to Say "Slow down" in Russian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Уменьши скорость
"Slow down" in Russian · say it like oom-yen-shee skoh-roh-st

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Russian is Уменьши скорость. 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

Сбавь скорость
more casual, often used in everyday conversation
Замедли
a direct command, can be used in various contexts

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want someone to drive or move more slowly. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. It can be used with friends, family, or even in a professional context when safety is a concern.

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Examples in Russian

RussianEnglish
Уменьши скорость, пожалуйста.Please slow down.
Сбавь скорость, здесь поворот.Slow down, there is a turn here.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'ускорься', which means 'speed up'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'уменьши скорость'?

Use it when you want to ask someone to reduce their speed, especially in driving or physical activities.

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