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As the summer begins to end and the new school semester begins, we have been preparing our kids for the next grade level.
But I recently realized when my oldest son was having some difficulties with spelling words, he would ask Google.
The spelling was correct but it was saying the words really fast. It made me think if there is a way to make Google home spell words slower?
To give you a quick answer, absolutely and It’s very simple. To make Google Home (Google Assistant) spell the word slower just say, “Hey Google, say that again slower.” which it will repeat the word much slowly so you can understand. This will actually work with any Google smart device.
What is Google Home (Google Assistant)?
In case you didn’t already know, Google Home is a voice-activated connected smart speaker that can play music, control your smart devices, add things to your to-do list and do a bunch of web search all through your voice.
How to Voice Activate Google Home?
Google Home is an A.I. assistant, powered by the Google search engine. It’s controlled by using voice commands such as asking to spell a word or play fun games. There’s no on/off button. It’s always on when it’s plugged in.
Here are some examples:
You can either say, “Hey, Google” or “Ok, Google” and simply ask Google,
- “How to spell [Word or words]?”
- “What is the definition of [word or words]?”
- Synonyms for [say the word].”
Can I Change the Speed In Google Home Setting to Spell Words Much Slower?
At the time of this article, no. The only option is to ask google home (Google Assistant) to repeat the word slower. If there is enough demand for this feature may be Google will release an update in the near future.
Google Home Spelling Bee Game You Can Play
There are several spelling Bee games you can play but we found one that’s called The Spelling Bee by Kevin Huang that our boys can practice. It is also useful for adults and a way to entertain guests.
There are also several difficulty levels you can choose from and see how well you can do!
To add the Spelling Bee, simply add it to your Google Home by clicking this link and then tap to send to the device, next, choose which Google Home you would like to add it to.
Other Useful Google Assistant Voice Commands for the Family
Since I started on the topic of preparing my children for the next grade level, I thought it would be great to give you some fun and useful games your child can ask Google Home (Google Assistant) to play while improving their learning skills:
- Dictionary – definitions and origins of different words.
- Mr. Math – is the easiest way for the whole family to practice addition and subtraction facts from 0 to 10.
- Word Problem for Kids – will improve your kid’s mathematical skills by asking interesting arithmetic word problems
- Know your Numbers – this is a game to learn more about numbers
- What’s Your Planet – discover which planet fits your personality
- Animal Trivia – see how much you know about animals
- Learning new words – you will be able to learn new words day by day
- My Grammar Guru – check your grammar knowledge
- Sink or Float – try to guess which objects sink and which ones float
Final Note
After my son realized how to control the speed of Google Home, he was able to improve his, spelling, speech and learning new words.
As this next generation continues to move forward towards the future it seems smart assistants are playing a more significant role in our children’s lives.
I believe, the commands above are great tools for any age and will improve your learning skills.
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