slow
/sləʊ/ · /sloʊ/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #287 in the learning path
缓慢的；耗时的
Definitions
adj. Moving, happening, or taking place at a low speed.
缓慢的；耗时的
v. To move or happen less quickly, or make something do so.
减速；使放慢
adj. Showing a time earlier than the correct time.
钟表走得慢的
Example
We took a slow walk along the river.
我们沿着河边慢慢散步。
Slow progress in expanding public transport may discourage commuters from giving up their private cars.
公共交通扩建进展缓慢，可能会削弱通勤者放弃私家车的意愿。
Collocations
- slow progress
- slow down
- a slow pace
- slow economic growth
Word family
- slowly (adv.)
- slowness (n.)
- slowdown (n.)
Synonyms
- unhurried
- sluggish
Antonyms
- fast
- quick
Usage tip
slow多作形容词；修饰一般动作通常用slowly。
FAQ
- What does slow mean?
- Moving, happening, or taking place at a low speed. To move or happen less quickly, or make something do so. Showing a time earlier than the correct time.
- How is slow pronounced?
- UK /sləʊ/, US /sloʊ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
