🇭🇺 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Kérem, beszéljen lassan.
"Please speak slowly" in Hungarian · say it like kay-rem, beh-say-len lah-sahn

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Hungarian is Kérem, beszéljen lassan.. 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

Kérem, lassabban beszéljen.
Another polite way to ask someone to slow down.
Beszéljen kérem lassabban.
A slightly different word order, still polite.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you have difficulty understanding someone due to their speaking speed. It is polite and shows that you want to engage in the conversation. It can be used in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Sajnálom, de nem értem, kérem, beszéljen lassan.I'm sorry, but I don't understand, please speak slowly.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'kérem' to make the request polite.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it rude to ask someone to speak slowly?

No, it's a common request and usually appreciated.

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