To stand still (tl. Tumirik)

Translation into English

Beginner (A1-A2)

Kailangan mong tumirik sa harap ng guro.
You need to stand still in front of the teacher.
Context: school
Ang aso ay tumirik sa tabi ng bahay.
The dog stood still beside the house.
Context: daily life
Mahigpit na tumirik ang mga sundalo sa kanilang puwesto.
The soldiers stood still firmly at their post.
Context: military

Intermediate (B1-B2)

Kapag may tumawag sa iyo, mas mabuting tumirik ka habang nag-uusap.
When someone calls you, it's better to stand still while talking.
Context: social situation
Kung gusto mong makakita ng ibon, kailangan mong tumirik sa isang tahimik na lugar.
If you want to see a bird, you need to stand still in a quiet place.
Context: nature
Dapat tumirik ang mga bata habang nagpe-perform sila sa entablado.
The children should stand still while they perform on the stage.
Context: performance

Advanced (C1-C2)

Sa oras ng krisis, mahalaga na tumirik at mag-isip ng mahinahon.
In a crisis, it is essential to stand still and think calmly.
Context: critical situation
Bilang isang mananayaw, natutunan kong tumirik at ipakita ang emosyon sa bawat galaw.
As a dancer, I learned to stand still and express emotion in every movement.
Context: dance
Nang dumating ang bagyo, pinayuhan silang tumirik sa loob ng bahay upang maging ligtas.
When the storm came, they were advised to stand still inside the house to stay safe.
Context: safety