payapa
payapà with stress marks
peaceful
Usage Note
Payapa describes a state of tranquility or inner peace, often referring to a calm life or mind rather than just physical silence. It is frequently used in expressions like "payapa ang buhay" to signify a life free from trouble or conflict.
Examples
" Payapa ang umaga rito. "
Natural Translation
The morning here is peaceful.
Literal Translation
Peaceful the morning here.
" Ang mga bundok ay tahimik at payapa. "
Natural Translation
The mountains are quiet and peaceful.
Literal Translation
The mountains are quiet and peaceful.
" Pagkatapos ng mahabang taon ng gulo, payapa na ngayon ang buhay nila sa probinsya. "
Natural Translation
After long years of trouble, their life in the province is peaceful now.
Literal Translation
After of long years of trouble, peaceful now the life their in province.
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