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How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Indonesian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tolong bicara pelan-pelan
"Please speak slowly" in Indonesian 路 say it like toh-long bee-char-ah peh-lan-peh-lan

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Indonesian is Tolong bicara pelan-pelan. 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

Tolong berbicara lebih pelan
A slightly more formal way to ask someone to speak slowly.
Bisa bicara lebih pelan?
A casual way to ask if someone can speak more slowly.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you are having difficulty understanding someone who is speaking too quickly. 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 Indonesian

IndonesianEnglish
Maaf, tolong bicara pelan-pelan.Sorry, please speak slowly.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'tolong' 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 Tolong bicara pelan-pelan, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Indonesian 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 when you are having trouble understanding.

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