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silence in Malay

tolong senyap

/ˈsaɪlən(t)s/

silence in Malay: tolong senyap. In English, silence means the absence of any sound.

Malay words for silence

to make something silent
tolong senyap

English meaning of silence

  1. noun The absence of any sound.
  2. noun The act of refraining from speaking.
  3. noun Refraining from speaking, for purposes of prayer or meditation; especially, a form of worship practiced by the Society of Friends (Quakers) during meetings.
  4. verb To make (someone or something) silent.

Full definition of silence

silence in a sentence

  • When the motor stopped, the silence was almost deafening.
  • There was a dead silence for a few seconds.
  • "You have the right to silence," said the police officer.

Synonyms of silence

All synonyms of silence

silence in other languages

Questions about silence in Malay

What is the meaning of silence in Malay?
Silence in Malay is tolong senyap.
Apakah maksud silence dalam bahasa Melayu?
Silence: tolong senyap.
What does silence mean in English?
Silence means the absence of any sound.

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