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    Tinghaw (en. Silence)

    ting-haw

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The state of being quiet or soundless.
    The silence of the room brings a sense of peace.
    Ang tinghaw ng silid ay nagdudulot ng pakiramdam ng kapayapaan.
    An instance where no one is speaking or being lively.
    In the silence of the night, the sounds of animals around can be heard.
    Sa tinghaw ng gabi, naririnig ang tunog ng mga hayop sa paligid.
    Opportunity for deeper thought or reflection.
    The silence in his mind allowed new ideas to emerge.
    Ang tinghaw sa kanyang isipan ay nagbigay-daan sa mga bagong ideya.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'tingha' which means insight, burst, and nature of a thing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in the silence of the night
    peace and quiet of the night
    sa tinghaw ng gabi
    bring silence
    to bring peace or quiet to a place
    magdala ng tinghaw

    Related Words

    quiet
    means without noise or sound.
    tahimik
    silence
    the state of not having sound or noise.
    katahimikan

    Slang Meanings

    Call for attention
    It's like John is shouting just to get his tinghaw.
    Parang nagsisigaw si John para lang makuha ang tinghaw niya.
    Glimpse or attention
    I need your tinghaw for our conversation to be clear.
    Kailangan ko ng tinghaw mo para malinaw ang usapan natin.