Significado
Describing a peaceful evening.
Contexto cultural
The 'Tahimik na Gabi' is the title of the Tagalog version of 'Silent Night'. It is sung throughout the world's longest Christmas season (September to January). In the 'baryo' (village), a quiet night is the norm. It is often associated with the sound of the 'tuko' (gecko) or 'kuliglig' (cricket), which are considered part of the silence. In Manila, a 'tahimik na gabi' is rare and often only happens during 'Holy Week' (Semana Santa) when people leave the city. A night that is *too* quiet is sometimes feared as a sign that an 'aswang' (mythical creature) is nearby, as animals stop making noise when a predator is close.
The Linker Rule
Always remember the 'na' linker. If you forget it, the phrase sounds broken to native speakers.
Christmas Context
If you say this in December, people will almost certainly think of the Christmas carol.
Significado
Describing a peaceful evening.
The Linker Rule
Always remember the 'na' linker. If you forget it, the phrase sounds broken to native speakers.
Christmas Context
If you say this in December, people will almost certainly think of the Christmas carol.
Word Order
You can say 'Gabing tahimik' for a more poetic feel, but 'Tahimik na gabi' is the standard for daily talk.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing linker.
Tahimik __ gabi sa aming baryo.
Since 'tahimik' ends in a consonant (k), the linker 'na' is used.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'The night is quiet'?
Choose the best option:
'Tahimik ang gabi' is a complete sentence (The night is quiet), whereas 'Tahimik na gabi' is a phrase (A quiet night).
Match the Filipino phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
Tahimik = Quiet, Maingay = Noisy, Maganda = Good, Madilim = Dark.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Bakit gusto mo sa probinsya? B: Kasi gusto ko ng ________.
People usually go to the province for peace and quiet.
In which situation would you say 'Tahimik na gabi'?
Select the best context:
A library is a place of silence, fitting the description.
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Ayudas visuales
Quiet vs. Noisy
Banco de ejercicios
5 ejerciciosTahimik __ gabi sa aming baryo.
Since 'tahimik' ends in a consonant (k), the linker 'na' is used.
Choose the best option:
'Tahimik ang gabi' is a complete sentence (The night is quiet), whereas 'Tahimik na gabi' is a phrase (A quiet night).
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
Tahimik = Quiet, Maingay = Noisy, Maganda = Good, Madilim = Dark.
A: Bakit gusto mo sa probinsya? B: Kasi gusto ko ng ________.
People usually go to the province for peace and quiet.
Select the best context:
A library is a place of silence, fitting the description.
🎉 Puntuación: /5
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, 'Good night' is 'Gabi na' or 'Matulog ka na'. 'Tahimik na gabi' is just a description.
The correct spelling is 'gabi'. 'Gabe' is a common misspelling or dialectal pronunciation.
Because 'tahimik' ends in a consonant. 'ng' is used for words ending in vowels.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends.
Yes! 'Napaka-' makes it 'very quiet'.
The opposite is 'maingay na gabi' (noisy night).
Yes, but it can also mean 'peaceful' or 'calm' depending on the context.
Yes, very often in OPM (Original Pilipino Music) to set a romantic or sad mood.
No, for afternoon you would say 'tahimik na hapon'.
'Payapang gabi' is more formal. 'Tahimik na gabi' is more common in daily life.
Frases relacionadas
Payapang gabi
synonymPeaceful night
Maingay na gabi
contrastNoisy night
Gabing madilim
similarDark night
Hatinggabi
builds onMidnight
