🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "Please speak slowly" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Jọwọ sọ ni pẹlẹ
"Please speak slowly" in Yoruba · say it like joh-waw soh nee peh-leh

The most natural way to say "Please speak slowly" in Yoruba is Jọwọ sọ ni pẹlẹ. 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

Jọwọ sọ pẹlẹ
a slightly more casual way to ask someone to speak slowly
E jọwọ sọ ni pẹlẹ
a more formal way to make the request

When to use it

Use this phrase when you are having 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 Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Jọwọ sọ ni pẹlẹ, mi o gbọ daradara.Please speak slowly, I cannot hear well.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'jọwọ' which makes the request less polite.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to use this phrase in a formal meeting?

Yes, it is appropriate to use in formal settings as it shows respect.

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