From root: himik
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nanahimik
na-na-HI-mik
was quiet
Present (Incomplete)
nananahimik
na-na-na-HI-mik
is being quiet
Future (Contemplated)
mananahimik
ma-na-na-HI-mik
will be quiet
Usage Note
Manahimik is used when someone is instructed or chooses to remain silent, often appearing in the imperative form to tell someone to 'shut up' or be quiet. It can also imply staying out of trouble or avoiding involvement in a specific conflict or conversation.
Examples
" Manahimik ka muna. "
Natural Translation
Be quiet for a moment.
Literal Translation
Be-quiet you first.
" Kailangan mong manahimik sa loob. "
Natural Translation
You need to be quiet inside.
Literal Translation
Need you be-quiet at inside.
" Pinili niyang manahimik na lang sa pulong kahit hindi siya sang-ayon sa desisyon ng grupo. "
Natural Translation
She chose to just stay quiet during the meeting even though she didn't agree with the group's decision.
Literal Translation
Chose she-that be-quiet just in meeting even-though not she agree with decision of group.
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