Example: Si us plau, parla més a poc a poc perquè entengui.
Definition
"Parla més a poc a poc" is a Catalan phrase meaning 'Speak more slowly.' It is used to politely ask someone to reduce their speaking speed to improve understanding, especially in conversations where clarity is needed.
Translations
Speak more slowly
Habla más despacio
Praat langzamer
Parlez plus lentement
Sprich langsamer
Etymology
The phrase "Parla més a poc a poc" comes from Catalan, where "parla" is the imperative form of 'parlar' meaning 'to speak,' and "més a poc a poc" translates to 'more slowly.' The repetition of 'a poc a poc' emphasizes slowness, literally meaning 'little by little.' Did you know? The phrase is a direct and polite way to request slower speech in Catalan conversations.
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Speak more slowly