Intranquilo (en. Unease)

/in.tran.ˈki.lo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Restless or not calm.
I was restless about the upcoming exam.
Estaba intranquilo por el examen que se aproximaba.
That causes unease.
The restless rumors in the city caused concern.
Los rumores intranquilos en la ciudad generaron preocupación.
That does not feel at peace.
After the fight, everyone felt restless.
Después de la pelea, todos se sentían intranquilos.

Etymology

From the prefix 'in-' which indicates negation and 'tranquilo', which comes from the Latin 'tranquillus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be restless
To feel uneasy or agitated.
estar intranquilo
restless life
A life full of worries or problems.
vida intranquila
restless thoughts
Thoughts that generate anxiety or unease.
pensamientos intranquilos

Related Words

calm
That is at peace, serene, or calm.
tranquilo
unease
State of agitation or uneasiness.
inquietud
uneasiness
Lack of peace or tranquility.
desasosiego

Slang Meanings

People who cannot stay still.
She is so restless that she is always looking for something to do.
Ella es tan intranquila que siempre está buscando algo que hacer.
A chaotic or uncontrolled situation.
The party became restless when it started to rain.
La fiesta se volvió intranquila cuando empezó a llover.