Silence
01
tystnad, lugn
the absence of sound or noise, often creating a peaceful or uncomfortable atmosphere
Exempel
The teacher 's request for silence was immediately followed by the quieting of the classroom.
Lärarens begäran om tystnad följdes omedelbart av att klassrummet tystnade.
02
tystnad, lugn
the absence of sound
03
tystnad, vägran att tala
a refusal to speak when expected
04
tystnad, diskretion
the trait of keeping things secret
silence
01
Tystnad, Tyst
used to command or request quietness or the absence of sound in a particular situation
Exempel
Silence, please, as we honor those who have passed away.
Tystnad, snälla, när vi hedrar dem som har gått bort.
to silence
Exempel
She silenced the crowd with a wave of her hand before starting the announcement.
Hon tystade folkmassan med en vinkning med handen innan hon började meddelandet.
02
tysta, få att tiga
keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure
