Be silent (tl. Tumikom)

Translation into English

Beginner (A1-A2)

Tumahimik ka at tumikom na.
Be quiet and be silent now.
Context: daily life
Nais kong tumikom habang may klase.
I want to be silent while there is a class.
Context: school
Ang bata ay tumikom nang makita ang guro.
The child was silent when he saw the teacher.
Context: school

Intermediate (B1-B2)

Minsan, kailangan natin tumahimik at mag-isip.
Sometimes, we need to be silent and reflect.
Context: daily life
Hindi mo ako pinayagang tumikom kahit sandali.
You didn’t allow me to be silent even for a moment.
Context: daily life
Dapat tumikom ang lahat habang nagtatanghal.
Everyone should be silent during the performance.
Context: event

Advanced (C1-C2)

Sa gitna ng kaguluhan, napakahalaga na tayo'y tumikom at magpakatatag.
In the midst of chaos, it’s crucial for us to be silent and remain strong.
Context: society
Minsan, ang pag-aayuno ay isang anyo ng tumikom sa sarili.
Sometimes, fasting is a form of self be silent.
Context: philosophy
Ang kakayahang tumikom sa mga sitwasyong mahirap ay isang mahalagang kasanayan.
The ability to be silent in difficult situations is an important skill.
Context: personal growth