How to Say ‘Calmly / slowly’ in Italian
Con calma
kohn KAHL-mah
[kohn KAHL-mah]
💬 Usage Tip: [con calma] is a set phrase that often means more than just [calmly] — it can mean [take it easy] or [no rush]. You'll hear it in everyday situations, not just when someone is literally calm.
Phrase Breakdown
Con
[kohn]
with
Preposition meaning 'with'; here part of the phrase 'con calma.'
Parliamo con calma prima di salire.
Let's speak calmly before boarding.
calma
[KAHL-mah]
calm
In the phrase 'con calma,' it means calmly or without rushing.
Facciamo tutto con calma al gate.
We do everything calmly at the gate.
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