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    Lento (en. Slow)

    /ˈlento/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That has little speed.
    The car is going slow in traffic.
    El coche va lento en el tráfico.
    That develops or is carried out slowly.
    The learning process can be slow.
    El proceso de aprendizaje puede ser lento.
    In music, played at a slow tempo.
    The song is slow and melancholic.
    La canción es lenta y melancólica.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'lentus', which means 'slow' or 'soft'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    slow but sure
    Something that is done slowly but safely.
    lento pero seguro
    slower than a turtle
    An expression that indicates great slowness.
    más lento que una tortuga

    Related Words

    quickness
    Quality of being fast.
    rapidez
    speed
    Quickness in movement.
    velocidad

    Slang Meanings

    A person who acts or reacts slowly.
    He is so slow that he never arrives on time.
    Es tan lento que nunca llega a tiempo.
    A situation without hurry or carefree.
    Today we have a slow and calm day.
    Hoy tenemos un día lento y tranquilo.