From root: hinga
Usage Note
Kapahingahan is a deep, formal word often used to describe spiritual peace or eternal rest after death.
Examples
" Kailangan ko ng kapahingahan. "
Natural Translation
I need some rest.
Literal Translation
Need I of rest.
" Kailangan ko ng kapahingahan pagkatapos ng trabaho. "
Natural Translation
I need some rest after work.
Literal Translation
Need I of rest after of work.
" Nawa'y matagpuan niya ang walang hanggang kapahingahan sa piling ng mga yumao niyang mahal sa buhay. "
Natural Translation
May she find eternal rest in the company of her departed loved ones.
Literal Translation
May find she the without end rest in company of the departed her loved in life.
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