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Slowly Meaning in English

word · lemma: slow

/ˈsɫoʊɫi/
SLOH-lee
/slˈəʊli/
SLOH-lee

释义

In a slow way, without speed or hurry. It can describe movement, speech, change, or doing something step by step.

用法与细微差别

Usually an adverb modifying a verb: 'walk slowly', 'speak slowly'. Common with requests like 'Please speak slowly.' 'Slow' is the adjective; 'slowly' is the usual adverb, though 'go slow' exists in some fixed expressions.

例句

The old man walks slowly.

basic

Please speak slowly.

basic

The door opened slowly.

basic

I’m reading the article slowly so I don’t miss anything.

natural

Things are moving slowly, but we’re making progress.

natural

Take it slowly after your surgery.

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