How to Say ‘Slowly; gradually’ in Simplified Chinese
慢慢
màn màn
[mahn-mahn]
💬 Usage Tip: [慢慢] often doesn't mean physically slow movement; it can also mean "take your time" or "little by little." In [慢慢聊], it gives a relaxed feeling: "chat at leisure."
Phrase Breakdown
慢慢
màn màn
[mahn-mahn]
slowly; little by little
Can describe doing something slowly, calmly, or gradually over time.
不着急，我们可以慢慢聊。
No rush, we can chat slowly.
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