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napakapayapa

very peaceful

adjective na-pa-ka-pa-YA-pa DERIVED Less Common
Illustration of the root word "payapa" (peaceful)
Illustration from root: payapa

From root: payapa

Usage Note

Napakapayapa is an intensive form used to express that something is extremely calm. It is often used to express relief or appreciation for a quiet environment.

Examples

Beginner

" Napakapayapa ng umaga. "

Natural Translation

The morning is very peaceful.

Literal Translation

Very-peaceful of the morning.

Intermediate

" Napakapayapa ng probinsya. "

Natural Translation

The province is very peaceful.

Literal Translation

Very peaceful of the province.

Advanced

" Tuwing umuuwi ako sa bukid, napakapayapa ng paligid kaya nawawala ang lahat ng aking pagod. "

Natural Translation

Whenever I go home to the farm, the surroundings are so peaceful that all my exhaustion disappears.

Literal Translation

Every go-home I to farm, very-peaceful of the surroundings so disappears the all of my tiredness.

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