sedante
“sedante” means “calming” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
calming, soothing
Also: sedative
📝 In Action
La música de piano tiene un efecto sedante.
B1Piano music has a calming effect.
Esta infusión de hierbas es muy sedante.
B1This herbal tea is very soothing.
Su voz era suave y sedante.
B2Her voice was soft and calming.
sedative, tranquilizer
Also: painkiller
📝 In Action
El doctor me dio un sedante para los nervios.
B1The doctor gave me a sedative for my nerves.
Los efectos del sedante duran ocho horas.
B2The effects of the sedative last eight hours.
No puedes conducir si has tomado un sedante.
B1You cannot drive if you have taken a sedative.
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Quick Quiz: sedante
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is a 'sedante'?
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From the Latin word 'sedare', which means to settle, stay, or calm down. It shares the same root as the English word 'sedentary' (sitting still).
First recorded: 18th century (medical texts)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'sedante' only for drugs?
No! You can use it as an adjective to describe anything that calms you down, like a voice, a landscape, or a piece of music.
What's the difference between 'sedante' and 'calmante'?
They are very similar. 'Calmante' is more general (like a painkiller or a hug), while 'sedante' specifically implies something that makes you drowsy or very relaxed.
Does 'sedante' change if I'm talking about more than one thing?
Yes, just add an -s. For example: 'luces sedantes' (calming lights).