Beginner ๐Ÿ“š Vocabulary ยท #153 of 1319

slow (adj.)

not fast

Examples

  • The bus is slow.

Key rules

  • Slow describes low speed
  • Slow can be an adjective or adverb: go slow
  • Use slowly for manner

Common mistakes

  • The bus is slowly โ†’ The bus is slow
  • He walks slow โ†’ He walks slowly

Use cases

  • Travel
  • Describing activity
  • Giving instructions
๐Ÿ’ก Tip: Slow down means reduce speed.

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