manahimik ka
The English phrase 'stfu' can be translated into Tagalog as manahimik ka.
This phrase is an aggressive or rude way to tell someone to stop talking immediately.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase manahimik ka literally translates to 'be quiet you'. The verb manahimik means 'to be quiet' or 'to become silent'.
Which one should you use?
While manahimik ka can be used as a direct translation for 'shut up', it is slightly less aggressive than English profanity, but still carries a strong command to stop talking.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Manahimik ka is an informal command and can sound very blunt or rude depending on the tone.
Did you know?
- While manahimik ka is rude, adding the word po makes it manahimik ka po, which is a linguistic contradiction. It attempts to be polite while still commanding someone to be silent, often used sarcastically.
- Even though it is used to stop someone from speaking, the root of the phrase implies a transition into a state of peace or stillness.
- While manahimik ka is a direct command, the root word tahimik shares the same ancient Proto-Malayo-Polynesian ancestry as many other Austronesian languages across the Pacific.
Examples in context
- Manahimik ka na!Just shut up now!
- Manahimik ka, nakakairita ka na.Shut up, you're being annoying.
- Sabi sa iyo, manahimik ka.I told you, shut up.
Example conversation
Mark and Maria are having a heated argument in the kitchen.
- MarkAng ingay mo talaga.You are so noisy.
- MariaAno bang problema mo?What is your problem?
- MarkManahimik ka na lang!Just shut up!
- MariaAng bastos mo.You are so rude.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ka, manahimik, CC BY-SA 4.0.
