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How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Latin

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Quaeso loquere lente
"Please speak slowly" in Latin ยท say it like kwah-eh-soh loh-kweh-reh len-teh

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Latin is Quaeso loquere lente. 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

Quaeso lente loquere
Another way to phrase it, slightly more formal.
Loquere tardius, quaeso
A more casual variant, using 'tardius' for 'slowly'.

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 engaged in the conversation. This can be used in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Latin

LatinEnglish
Non intellego, quaeso loquere lente.I do not understand, please speak slowly.
Cum amico loquor, saepe dico: Quaeso lente loquere.When I talk with a friend, I often say: Please speak slowly.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'quaeso' for politeness, making it sound abrupt.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it rude to ask someone to speak slowly?

No, it is a polite request for clarity.

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