Spanish, diminutive form (ending "-ito") of "despacio" = slowly/quietly/softly. The diminutive form "despacito" is used in
order to sound
friendly.
1) Vamos a caminar despacito para que usted* no se canse.
*polite form
We're going to walk slowly so you don't get
tired.
2) Habla más despacito por favor.
Speak more quietly, please.
3) Toca despacito la cabeza del bebé, ten cuidado.
Touch the
baby's
head softly, be careful.