ти́хий
tíxij
The English word quiet is translated into Russian as ти́хий (tíxij).
The adjective ти́хий is used to describe something with little sound. For a profound silence or an exceptionally calm atmosphere, often associated with solitude, the noun тишь is used. If you want to use an informal sound to indicate quiet, like the English "Shh", Russians use Шш.
Meaning: with little sound (adj)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective ти́хий must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. The feminine form is ти́хая, the neuter form is ти́хое and the plural form is ти́хие. To describe an action being performed in a quiet manner, use the adverbial form ти́хо.
How do you pronounce it?
tíxij
Did you know?
- The phrase ти́хий час refers to a mandatory midday nap time for children in Russian kindergartens and schools.
- The Russian word for 'quiet' is used in the idiom ти́хий омут, meaning 'still waters', to describe a person who seems calm but hides a wild or dangerous nature.
- The adverb ти́хо is often used as an interjection to mean 'Wait a second' or 'Slow down' during a conversation.
Examples in context
- Важно соблюдать тишину в музеях.It is important to maintain silence in museums.
- Шш, дети спят!Shh, the children are sleeping!
- Шш, не буди его!Shh, don't wake him up!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “quiet” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
