Calme (en. Calm)
/kalm/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A state of mind that is serene and calm.
She found calm in meditation.
Elle a trouvé le calme dans la méditation.
A period or moment of tranquility.
At dusk, a soothing calm settled in.
Au crépuscule, un calme apaisant s'est installé.
adjective
Who is without agitation, without trouble.
The sea was calm during our cruise.
La mer était calme pendant notre croisière.
Who does not show tumultuous emotions.
He kept a calm face despite the situation.
Il gardait un visage calme malgré la situation.
Gentle, tranquil, peaceful.
The calm of the forest was soothing.
Le calme de la forêt était apaisant.
Etymology
From the Latin 'calmus', which means tranquil.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in peace
In a state of tranquility or rest.
au calme
stay calm
To maintain one's composure in a difficult situation.
rester calme
dead calm
Situation of complete absence of movement or activity.
calme plat
Related Words
to calm
To make less agitated, to soothe.
calmer
inner calm
A state of peace and serenity in the mind.
calme intérieur
outer calm
Absence of disturbances in the environment.
calme extérieur
Slang Meanings
Calm
I am in calm mode today.
Je suis en mode calme aujourd'hui.
Composed
Stay composed and everything will be fine.
Reste posé et tout ira bien.