Serena (en. Serene)

/seˈɾena/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of tranquility or calm.
The morning serenity invited a walk.
La serena de la mañana invitaba a pasear.
Joy or peace experienced in moments of harmony.
While meditating, he achieved a serene sense of well-being.
Al meditar, alcanzó una serena sensación de bienestar.
adjective
One that is at peace, without agitation.
She always has a serene attitude towards problems.
Ella siempre tiene una actitud serena ante los problemas.
Referring to a place: calm and peaceful.
The lake looked serene under the sunset light.
El lago lucía sereno bajo la luz del atardecer.

Etymology

From the Latin 'serenus', which means clear, calm.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give someone a serene
To offer advice or tranquility to someone in a difficult moment.
darle a alguien una serena
to have a serene life
To live in a calm and untroubled way.
tener una vida serena
to maintain the serene
To keep calm in adverse situations.
mantener la serena

Related Words

serenity
State of being serene.
serenidad
serene
Referring to a person: who is peaceful and calm.
sereno
to calm down
To calm down or become tranquil.
serenarse

Slang Meanings

To be calm in a complicated situation.
Don't worry, stay serene in this crisis.
No te preocupes, mantente serena en esta crisis.
Relaxed and carefree attitude.
That girl is always so serene; nothing seems to disturb her.
Esa chica siempre es tan serena, parece que nada la altera.