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How to Say "Slow down" in Telugu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
మెల్లగా నడవు
"Slow down" in Telugu · say it like mel-la-ga na-da-vu

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Telugu is మెల్లగా నడవు. 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

మెల్లగా రా
a more casual way to say it
మెల్లగా చేయు
used when asking someone to slow down their actions

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want someone to reduce their speed, whether walking, driving, or doing any activity. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It's a polite way to ask someone to take it easy.

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Examples in Telugu

TeluguEnglish
మీరు మెల్లగా నడవండి.Please walk slowly.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse it with 'వేగంగా నడవు', which means 'walk fast'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase while driving?

Yes, it's appropriate to ask someone to slow down while driving.

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