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How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Croatian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Molim vas, govorite polako
"Please speak slowly" in Croatian 路 say it like moh-leem vahs, goh-voh-ree poh-lah-koh

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Croatian is Molim vas, govorite polako. 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

Molim te, govori sporije
more casual, used among friends
Molim vas, sporije
a shorter, more direct version

When to use it

Use this phrase when you have difficulty understanding someone who is speaking too quickly. It is polite and shows that you want to engage in the conversation. You can use it in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Croatian

CroatianEnglish
Molim vas, govorite polako, ne razumijem.Please speak slowly, I do not understand.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'vas' for formal situations, which can come off as too casual.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is it rude to ask someone to speak slowly?

No, it is a polite request and shows that you are trying to understand.

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