slow

adjective

  • Not fast; taking a long time to move or do something.
  • Not happening quickly; it takes time.
  • Not quick to understand things.
  • Doing things carefully and without rushing.
  • (of a clock) Showing a time that is earlier than the real time.
  • Not lively or busy; calm and quiet.
  • A slow afternoon means not much is happening.

verb

  • To make something go less quickly; to make it slower.
  • To stop something from going fast.
  • To become slower.

noun

  • A person who takes their time; someone who is not fast.
  • A song that is not fast.

adverb

  • In a slow way.


Synonym

  • decelerate
  • delay

Sentences

  • The turtle is slow.
  • I walk slow when I am tired.
  • The snail is very slow.
  • My dog runs slow after a long day.
  • We can go slow to enjoy the flowers.

Word Explanation:

  • Slow means not fast. Like when a turtle walks, it is slow.

Word in hindi

धीमा

dheema

Other variations in hindi

  • धीमा dheema
  • धीमे dheeme

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'slow' mean?

The word 'slow' means to move or happen at a low speed. It can also mean taking your time to do something.

How do you pronounce 'slow'?

You pronounce 'slow' like this: 'sloh'. It rhymes with 'glow'.

What is the origin of the word 'slow'?

The word 'slow' comes from Old English 'slāw', which means 'sluggish' or 'lazy'.

What is the meaning of 'slow' in Hindi?

The word 'slow' in Hindi is 'धीमा' (Dhīmā).

What is the meaning of 'slow' in Kannada?

The word 'slow' in Kannada is 'ಮಂದ' (Manda).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Did you know that sloths are one of the slowest animals? They move only about 0.03 miles per hour!

Proverb

Slow and steady wins the race. This means that being consistent and patient can lead to success.

Quote

"The tortoise won the race because he was slow and steady." - Aesop

Mini blog:

The Slow Adventure

In a world so bright and full of fun, let’s take a moment to be slow, just like a little snail! 🐌

When we move slowly, we can see the tiny flowers blooming and hear the soft whispers of the wind. Just like the caterpillar in Eric Carle's stories, being slow helps us discover all the wonderful things around us.

So, let’s take a deep breath, look around, and enjoy the beauty of being slow. Remember, sometimes the best adventures happen when we take our time! 🌼✨