tranquilidad
“tranquilidad” means “tranquility” in Spanish (state of being calm).
tranquility, calmness
Also: peace, peace of mind
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Necesito un poco de tranquilidad para poder concentrarme.
A2I need a little bit of quiet (tranquility) so I can concentrate.
La abuela vive con mucha tranquilidad en el campo.
B1Grandma lives with a lot of peace (tranquility) in the countryside.
Me da mucha tranquilidad saber que el proyecto está terminado.
B2It gives me a lot of peace of mind to know that the project is finished.
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Which sentence correctly uses the noun 'tranquilidad'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word *tranquillitas*, which itself is based on *tranquillus*, meaning 'calm' or 'quiet'. The meaning has remained consistent for centuries.
First recorded: 13th century (in Spanish)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is 'tranquilidad' different from 'paz'?
Both mean 'peace,' but *tranquilidad* often refers to a personal state of mind, or a lack of noise/disturbance in an environment. *Paz* is broader and can refer to political peace, harmony, or deep inner peace.
Why does 'tranquilidad' have a double 'l' in the middle?
The double 'l' comes directly from the Latin root (*tranquillitas*). In Spanish, this combination is pronounced as a single 'L' sound, and this spelling is standard.