🇨🇿 Czech phrases

How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Czech

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Prosím, mluvte pomalu.
"Please speak slowly" in Czech · say it like pro-seem mloov-teh poh-mah-loo

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Czech is Prosím, mluvte pomalu.. 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

Můžete mluvit pomaleji?
A more polite way to ask if someone can speak slower.
Mluvte prosím pomaleji.
A slightly different word order, still polite.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you have difficulty understanding someone speaking quickly. It is polite to ask for slower speech, especially in formal situations or when speaking with someone you do not know well. You can use it in both casual and formal contexts.

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Examples in Czech

CzechEnglish
Omlouvám se, prosím, mluvte pomalu.I apologize, please speak slowly.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'prosím' (please), which makes the request sound less polite.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Prosím, mluvte pomalu., repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Czech 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's a common request when you need clarification.

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