Kahinhinan (en. Silence)

/kahin-‘hinan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

state of being quiet and without noise.

The silence of the surroundings provides peace.

Ang kahinhinan ng paligid ay nagbibigay ng kapayapaan.

having peace of mind or emotions.

She found her tranquility amidst the chaos.

Nahanap niya ang kanyang kahinhinan sa gitna ng gulo.

condition of being calm and undisturbed.

Calmness is essential for a happy life.

Mahalaga ang kahinhinan para sa isang masayang buhay.

from the word 'hinhin' meaning quiet or calm

speak with calmness

speak politely and cautiously

magsalita ng may kahinhinan

gentle

shows calmness or being gentle.

hinhin

quiet conversation or companionship

I love the kahinhinan we have under the tree, it's so fun!

Gusto ko yung kahinhinan namin sa ilalim ng puno, ang saya!

a situation of being indifferent or unconcerned

He's there but seems to have kahinhinan, just indifferent.

Nandoon siya pero parang may kahinhinan, deadma lang.

closing one's mouth or not expressing an opinion

Sometimes it's better to have kahinhinan than to get involved.

Minsan mas mabuting may kahinhinan kaysa sa makialam.