gaam2 cuk1減速减速
Jyutpinggaam2 cuk1
Yalegáam chūk
Definition
To decelerate or slow down; to reduce speed.
neutraltransportdaily actions
How it's used
Used primarily in contexts involving vehicles or physical movement, this term functions as a formal instruction or a descriptive observation. While it is perfectly understood in casual conversation, speakers often prefer simpler phrases like 慢啲 or 慢落嚟 when giving informal directions to a driver.
Examples
There is a traffic accident ahead, you need to slow down.
Remember to slow down when the car enters the turn.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 減慢, which is a broader term used for abstract processes like economic growth or heart rates, whereas 減速 is specifically tied to physical speed and motion.
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