From root: himik
Usage Note
Matahimik describes a peaceful life or a person who is habitually quiet and serene.
Examples
" Matahimik ang nayon namin. "
Natural Translation
Our village is peaceful.
Literal Translation
Peaceful the village our.
" Gusto kong manirahan sa isang matahimik na lugar. "
Natural Translation
I want to live in a quiet place.
Literal Translation
Want I to-live in a quiet place.
" Pagkatapos magretiro, lumipat sila sa isang matahimik na bukid upang makaiwas sa ingay ng lungsod. "
Natural Translation
After retiring, they moved to a peaceful farm to escape the noise of the city.
Literal Translation
After to-retire, moved they to a peaceful farm to escape from noise of city.
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