Tranquilas (en. Calm)

/tɾaŋˈki.las/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Free from agitation or disturbance.
The waters of the lake were calm at dawn.
Las aguas del lago eran tranquilas al amanecer.
In a state of inner peace.
After meditating, I feel calmer.
Después de meditar, me siento más tranquila.
Said of people who are serene and calm.
She is a calm person, always handling difficult situations with composure.
Ella es una persona tranquila, siempre maneja las situaciones difíciles con calma.

Etymology

From Latin 'tranquillus', meaning 'calm'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be calm
To be in a state of calm or worry-free.
estar tranquilo
to maintain calm
To maintain serenity in a difficult situation.
mantener la calma
calm as a desert
Description of a place or situation that is incredibly serene.
tranquilos como un desierto

Related Words

tranquility
State of being calm, without stress or agitation.
tranquilidad
calm
State of stillness and lack of disturbance.
calma
serenity
Calmness and peace of spirit.
serenidad

Slang Meanings

To be chill
After that great news, I'm chill, totally calm.
Después de esa gran noticia, estoy chill, totalmente tranquila.
No drama
Everything is fine, no drama, just tranquility.
Todo está bien, no hay drama, solo tranquilidad.
To be in zen mode
Today I am in zen mode, enjoying every moment.
Hoy estoy en modo zen, disfrutando cada momento.