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What to do when people speak and you don't understand them?

I'm moving to another country soon. In my experience with language learning, people don't speak slower when you ask them to, and they don't really like repeating themselves when you ask them to either.

What are some things you guys do to deal with this in whatever language you're learning?

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I think it depends on different personalities , some one just don't know how to slow down their speech, but others are very thoughtful , they would like to explain themselves to you , even through body language .
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You simply have to learn the language! I've been in that situation and it's tough, but it makes you learn faster! 
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Hi Eric

I live in America and at least where I live we tend to slow down if we see that someone is not understanding. You can always say you do not understand.

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Hello Eric,

Let me put it so simple : you need to improve your listening, In fact, It will not take you more than one month of practicing to see the diffrence.Moreover, Listening is the skill that responds to practicing the most.

Have a nice day 🙂

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Learn a few basic phrases about not understanding and going slower. Some people will talk slower. Like someone else mentioned many people will take the time to explain themselves. Best wishes; what an adventure!

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