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langsam

/ˈlaŋzaːm/

slow

Antonyms

schnell

Usage Note

'Bitte langsam' or 'Bitte sprechen Sie langsam' is one of the most useful phrases for German learners when talking to native speakers.

Example Sentences

Sprich bitte langsam.

Please speak slowly.

Das Auto ist sehr langsam.

The car is very slow.

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