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UK//sləʊ ɪt daʊn sʌm//US//sloʊ ɪt daʊn sʌm//

Meaning of Slow it down some

Reduce speed or decrease pace in activity.

In simple words: Make something less fast.

Slow it down some in a sentence

  • Can you please slow it down some? I can't keep up with you.
  • He was talking so fast; I had to ask him to slow it down some.
  • If you slow it down some while driving, you'll notice more of the scenery.
  • I always tell my kids to slow it down some when they're running around the house.

How to use Slow it down some

Use this expression when advising someone to decrease their speed, whether in speech or action. It’s casual and fits conversational contexts.

Grammar pattern

phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'slow' as taking a leisurely stroll instead of a sprint.

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Synonyms for Slow it down some

Common mistakes with Slow it down some

  • Confused with 'slow down' which is more commonly used.
  • Using in formal contexts where a more polite phrase is necessary.
  • Inverting the phrase structure, saying 'it down some slow.'

Compare Slow it down some with Take it easy, Calm down

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What does Slow it down some mean?

Make something less fast.

What is the definition of Slow it down some?

Reduce speed or decrease pace in activity.

How do you use Slow it down some in a sentence?

Can you please slow it down some? I can't keep up with you.

Can you give another example of Slow it down some?

He was talking so fast; I had to ask him to slow it down some.

What are synonyms for Slow it down some?

Common alternatives include reduce speed, decelerate, take it easy, ease up, calm down.

What words go with Slow it down some?

It commonly pairs with slow it down, slow it down a bit, slow it down some more.

What are common mistakes when using Slow it down some?

Confused with 'slow down' which is more commonly used. Using in formal contexts where a more polite phrase is necessary. Inverting the phrase structure, saying 'it down some slow.'

How do you pronounce Slow it down some?

US: //sloʊ ɪt daʊn sʌm//, UK: //sləʊ ɪt daʊn sʌm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Slow it down some formal or informal?

"Slow it down some" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Slow it down some?

Use this expression when advising someone to decrease their speed, whether in speech or action. It’s casual and fits conversational contexts.