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How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Hawaiian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
E ʻōlelo ana i ke kūpaʻa
"Please speak slowly" in Hawaiian · say it like eh oh-leh-loh ah-nah ee keh koo-pah-ah

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Hawaiian is E ʻōlelo ana i ke kūpaʻa. 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

E ʻōlelo ana i ka wā e kūpaʻa ai
A more formal way to ask someone to speak slowly.
E ʻoluʻolu e ʻōlelo
A casual way to ask someone to speak kindly or gently.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you need someone to slow down their speech for better understanding. It is polite and shows that you are making an effort to comprehend. This can be used in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Hawaiian

HawaiianEnglish
E ʻōlelo ana i ke kūpaʻa, e ʻoluʻolu.Please speak slowly, if you would.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the polite form 'E' at the beginning of the phrase.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a more casual way to ask someone to speak slowly?

Yes, you can say 'E ʻoluʻolu e ʻōlelo' for a more casual tone.

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