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How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Tagalog

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Pakiusap, magsalita nang dahan-dahan.
"Please speak slowly" in Tagalog 路 say it like pah-kee-oo-sahp, mag-sah-lee-tah nahng dah-han-dah-han

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Tagalog is Pakiusap, magsalita nang dahan-dahan.. 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

Magsalita ka nang mabagal.
A more direct way to ask someone to speak slowly.
Puwede bang dahan-dahan?
A casual way to ask for slower speech.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you have difficulty understanding someone speaking quickly. It is polite and shows that you want to comprehend what they are saying. You can use it in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Tagalog

TagalogEnglish
Pakiusap, magsalita nang dahan-dahan, hindi ko kayo maintindihan.Please speak slowly, I cannot understand you.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'pakiusap' 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 Pakiusap, magsalita nang dahan-dahan., repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Tagalog 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, especially if you are having trouble understanding.

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