napakatahimik
very quiet
From root: himik
Usage Note
Napakatahimik is an intensive form used to emphasize that a place is exceptionally silent or devoid of activity.
Examples
" Napakatahimik dito. "
Natural Translation
It's so quiet here.
Literal Translation
Very-quiet here.
" Napakatahimik ng gabi ngayon. "
Natural Translation
The night is very quiet tonight.
Literal Translation
Very-quiet of night today.
" Napakatahimik ng buong bahay nang umalis ang mga bata papuntang paaralan kaninang umaga. "
Natural Translation
The whole house was so quiet once the kids left for school this morning.
Literal Translation
Very-quiet of whole house when left the plural child going-to school earlier-this morning.
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