How to Say "sedative" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “sedative” is “sedante” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
adjectiveB1
medical property
Examples
La música de piano tiene un efecto sedante.
Piano music has a calming effect.
Esta infusión de hierbas es muy sedante.
This herbal tea is very soothing.
Su voz era suave y sedante.
Her voice was soft and calming.
One Form for All
This word ends in -e, which means it stays the same whether you are describing a masculine or feminine thing. For example, 'el té sedante' (masculine) and 'la música sedante' (feminine).
Sedante vs. Tranquilo
Mistake: “Using 'sedante' to say a person is calm.”
Correction: Use 'tranquilo' for a person's personality. 'Sedante' is for things that MAKE you feel calm, like medicine or music.
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