French Conversation · Level 7
87 words
French word
calme
Pronunciation
IPA/kalm/
Meaning
- adjectivequiet
Example
La maison est calme ce soir.
The house is quiet this evening.
More examples
Il est resté calme pendant l'orage.
He stayed calm during the storm.
Core concept
A peaceful setting or composed person that gives an impression of steady stillness.
Common phrases
rester calme
stay calm
une voix calme
a calm voice
un endroit calme
a quiet place
Similar words
tranquille: Settled and unhurried, without panic or commotion.
silencieux: Nearly free of voices and other sounds.
détendu: Relaxed and free from tension or stiffness.
paisible: Peaceful and reassuring, with a calm atmosphere.
Definition in French
Qui montre peu d'agitation, de bruit ou d'émotion et donne une impression de sérénité.
Word origin
The French adjective calme entered through Italian calmo from Latin cauma, borrowed from Greek kauma, and acquired its modern sense of tranquility.
Usage tips
- The final e in calme is silent, while the l is pronounced, giving the pronunciation /kalm/.