From root: dilim
Usage Note
Madilim is the most common way to describe a lack of light in a room, street, or sky. For example, madilim ang paligid means the surroundings are dark.
Examples
" Madilim sa loob ng kwarto. "
Natural Translation
It's dark inside the room.
Literal Translation
Dark inside of room.
" Madilim na sa labas. "
Natural Translation
It is already dark outside.
Literal Translation
Dark already at outside.
" Natakot ang bata nang biglang nawalan ng kuryente at madilim ang buong bahay. "
Natural Translation
The child got scared when the power suddenly went out and the whole house was dark.
Literal Translation
Got-scared the child when suddenly lost of electricity and dark the whole house.
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