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    Inquieto (en. Restless)

    /inˈkwieto/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It applies to a person who cannot be calm or at peace.
    The child is restless in class because he wants to go to recess.
    El niño está inquieto en clase porque quiere ir al recreo.
    Showing concern or anxiety.
    Her restless gaze revealed her nervousness.
    Su mirada inquieta denunciaba su nerviosismo.
    That is constantly moving.
    The restless dogs keep moving all around the house.
    Los perros inquietos no dejan de moverse por toda la casa.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'inquietus', which means 'not quiet'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be restless
    to feel anxious or worried.
    estar inquieto
    restless soul
    a person with a restless spirit or restless.
    alma inquieta

    Related Words

    restlessness
    State of agitation or unease.
    inquietud
    unsettling
    That causes unease or worry.
    inquietante

    Slang Meanings

    To be daydreaming
    He can't stop daydreaming, he's always off in his own world and restless.
    No deja de soñar despierto, siempre está en la luna e inquieto.
    To not stay still
    That boy doesn't stay still, he's always doing something.
    Ese chico no para quieto, siempre está haciendo algo.