молчание

молчание

Silence; the absence of speech or sound.

Here, 'молчание' is used as a noun referring to silence as a state of being, highlighting its value metaphorically representing wisdom or restraint.

Молчание — золото.

Silence is golden.

In this sentence, 'молчание' denotes the absence of speech or commentary by a particular person within a specific context.

Её молчание на собрании было неожиданным.

Her silence at the meeting was unexpected.

Here, 'молчание' reflects the deliberate choice or state of not speaking or expressing oneself.

У меня были причины для молчания в тот день.

I had reasons to remain silent that day.