Spanish Conversation · Level 90
60 words
Spanish word
plácido
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈplaθiðo/
Meaning
- adjectivecalm
Example
El mar está plácido hoy.
The sea is calm today.
More examples
Su sonrisa plácida calmó a todos.
His placid smile calmed everyone.
Core concept
A serene face with relaxed features.
Common phrases
sonrisa plácida
placid smile
rostro plácido
placid countenance
voz plácida
placid voice
Similar words
tranquilo: Calm and steady, not easily disturbed by surroundings.
calmado: Free from anger or anxiety, emotionally settled.
sereno: Brightly calm and composed, with a clear, peaceful expression.
apacible: Gentle and pleasant in manner or voice, soothingly mild.
Definition in Spanish
Que está libre de perturbaciones o molestias y transmite serenidad.
Word origin
It derives from Latin placidus, which comes from placēre 'to please', conveying the idea of being soothed or content and thus 'calm' in Spanish.
Usage tips
- When applied to a person, plácido emphasizes peaceful composure and can be interpreted as cool detachment rather than warmth.
Opposites
- agitadoagitatedadjective
- turbulentoturbulentadjective
Related words
- placidezplaciditynoun
- plácidamenteplacidlyadverb