🇹🇭 Thai phrases

How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Thai

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
กรุณาพูดช้าๆ
"Please speak slowly" in Thai · say it like ga-ru-na pood chaa-chaa

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Thai is กรุณาพูดช้าๆ. 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

พูดช้าได้ไหม
A more casual way to ask someone to speak slowly
ช่วยพูดช้าๆ หน่อย
A polite request to speak slowly

When to use it

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

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Examples in Thai

ThaiEnglish
กรุณาพูดช้าๆ หน่อยค่ะPlease speak slowly a bit, ma'am.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'กรุณา' (please), making the request sound abrupt.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear กรุณาพูดช้าๆ, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Thai with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I just say 'พูดช้า'?

Yes, but it sounds less polite without 'กรุณา' or 'ช่วย'.

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