Sosiego (en. Quiet)

/soˈsjeɣo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of peace and quiet.
The calm of the sunset filled me with peace.
El sosiego del atardecer me llenó de paz.
Tranquility in the mind and spirit.
Meditation brought him deep calm.
La meditación le brindó un profundo sosiego.
Quietness and serenity in a place or situation.
I sought calm in the mountain, far from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Buscaba sosiego en la montaña, lejos del bullicio de la ciudad.

Etymology

From Latin 'sosiegu', which means tranquility.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in calm
in a state of calm or tranquility.
en sosiego
inner calm
deep tranquility in the personal sphere.
sosiego interior

Related Words

calm
Being at peace, without agitation.
tranquilo
serene
Calm, tranquil.
sereno

Slang Meanings

Absolute calm.
After the storm, there was total calm in the air.
Después de la tormenta había un sosiego total en el aire.
Moment of rest.
Let's take a moment of rest before continuing with the work.
Tomemos un sosiego antes de continuar con el trabajo.