English–Chinese
“take your time” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinmàn màn lái
Example
学习要一步一步来，慢慢来，别着急。xué xí yào yí bù yí bù lái màn màn lái bié zháo jí
Learning should be done one step at a time; take your time, and don't rush.
How to say “take your time” in Chinese
“Take your time” in Chinese is 慢慢来 (màn màn lái).
A calm invitation to keep moving without pressure or haste.
Example sentences with 慢慢来
做报告的时候，慢慢来，把要点说清楚。zuò bào gào de shí hòu màn màn lái bǎ yào diǎn shuō qīng chǔ
When giving a presentation, take your time and explain the key points clearly.
Tips for using 慢慢来
- In conversation, the same words can comfort someone who feels rushed or signal a slower pace, so tone and context help distinguish reassurance from a practical request.