🇺🇦 Ukrainian phrases

How to Say "Slow down" in Ukrainian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Тихіше
"Slow down" in Ukrainian · say it like tee-khee-sheh

The most natural way to say "Slow down" in Ukrainian is Тихіше. 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

Зменшити швидкість
more formal, often used in driving contexts
Сповільнись
casual, often used in everyday conversation

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want someone to reduce their speed or volume. It can be used in various contexts, such as asking someone to speak more quietly or to drive slower. It's a polite way to request someone to take it easy.

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Examples in Ukrainian

UkrainianEnglish
Тихіше, будь ласка.Please, slow down.
Сповільнись, я не встигну.Slow down, I can't keep up.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'тихіше' with 'тихо', which means 'quietly' rather than 'slow down'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'тихіше'?

Use 'тихіше' when you want to ask someone to lower their volume or speed.

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