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