Slowly in Tagalog

Slowly in Tagalog translates to “dahan-dahan,” “unti-unti,” or “marahang,” depending on context. These terms capture the essence of moving or progressing at a reduced pace. Understanding the nuances of each translation will help you communicate more naturally in Filipino conversations and express gradual actions with cultural accuracy.

[Words] = Slowly

[Definition]:

– Slowly /ˈsloʊli/
– Adverb 1: At a slow speed; not quickly.
– Adverb 2: Gradually or over a long period of time.

[Synonyms] = Dahan-dahan, Unti-unti, Marahang, Bagal, Hinay-hinay, Banayad.

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: Walk slowly and carefully on the wet floor to avoid slipping.
– Ex1_PH: Maglakad nang dahan-dahan at maingat sa basang sahig upang maiwasan ang pagkadulas.

– Ex2_EN: The turtle moved slowly across the garden path.
– Ex2_PH: Ang pagong ay gumalaw nang unti-unti sa daan ng hardin.

– Ex3_EN: He recovered slowly from his illness over several months.
– Ex3_PH: Siya ay unti-unting gumaling mula sa kanyang sakit sa loob ng ilang buwan.

– Ex4_EN: Please speak slowly so I can understand you better.
– Ex4_PH: Mangyaring magsalita nang dahan-dahan upang maintindihan kita nang mas mabuti.

– Ex5_EN: The sun slowly set behind the mountains, painting the sky orange.
– Ex5_PH: Ang araw ay marahang lumubog sa likod ng mga bundok, na nagpipinta sa langit ng kulay kahel.