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เงียบ
Describes silence or lack of noise. Thai speakers use เงียบ to describe quiet places like libraries, peaceful moments, or when asking someone to be quiet. Can describe both temporary silence (the room went quiet) and inherently quiet places (a quiet neighborhood). Often used as a command meaning 'be quiet!'
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