Calmant (en. Calming)
/kal.mɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Medication or product that promotes calmness.
He takes a calming agent before sleeping.
Il prend un calmant avant de dormir.
Element that reduces agitation.
It's an effective calming agent for children.
C'est un calmant efficace pour les enfants.
adjective
Having the ability to soothe, to tranquilize.
She has a calming temperament.
Elle a un tempérament calmant.
Describing a relaxing effect.
This music has a calming effect on me.
Cette musique a un effet calmant sur moi.
Etymology
From the verb 'calmer' with the suffix '-ant'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
take a calming agent
Using a medication or a method to soothe anxiety.
prendre un calmant
calming effect
Impact that soothes or reduces tension.
effet calmant
Related Words
calmer
Make someone or something more tranquil.
calmer
tranquil
Without agitation, serene.
tranquille
relaxation
State of being relaxed.
relaxation
Slang Meanings
Encourages calm in stressful situations.
Don't worry, I have a calming agent in my pocket for this moment.
T'inquiète, j'ai un calmant dans ma poche pour ce moment.
Reference to a moment of relaxation.
We need calming agents after this crazy day.
On a besoin de calmant après cette journée folle.