Spanish Conversation · Level 120
60 words
Spanish word
calmante
Pronunciation
IPA/kalˈmante/
Meaning
- adjectivesoothing
Example
La crema tiene un efecto calmante en la piel.
The cream has a soothing effect on the skin.
More examples
El té de manzanilla tiene un efecto calmante.
Chamomile tea has a soothing effect.
Core concept
Something that eases emotional or physical discomfort.
Common phrases
efecto calmante
soothing effect
crema calmante
soothing cream
sensación calmante
soothing sensation
Similar words
tranquilizador: Eases nervousness or alarm and lowers emotional tension.
relajante: Loosens bodily or mental tension and fosters a relaxed state.
reconfortante: Gives a warm, comforting feeling that eases sadness or unease.
suave: Feels soft and mild, gentle to skin and unlikely to irritate.
Definition in Spanish
Describe algo que alivia o atenúa sensaciones molestas, ya sean físicas o emocionales.
Word origin
From the verb calmar 'to calm' with the adjectival suffix -ante, literally 'causing calm,' so the word describes whatever produces soothing or relief.
Usage tips
- Spanish speakers often use calmante for remedies or treatments while the resulting state is described with calmado, as in una persona calmada rather than una persona calmante.
Other meanings
- calmingadjective
Opposites
- estimulantestimulatingadjective
- agitadoagitatedadjective