French word

paisiblement

Pronunciation

IPA/pezibləmɑ̃/

Meaning

  • adverbpeacefully

Example

Le bébé dort paisiblement dans son lit.

The baby sleeps peacefully in his bed.

Illustration for paisiblement (peacefully)

More examples

Ils ont discuté paisiblement et trouvé une solution.

They discussed peacefully and found a solution.

Core concept

A calm scene where each action unfolds gently and without disruption.

Common phrases

  • dormir paisiblement

    sleep peacefully

  • vivre paisiblement

    live peacefully

  • parler paisiblement

    speak calmly

Similar words

calmement: In a calm and unhurried way while carrying out an action.
tranquillement: In a quiet, relaxed state, free from disturbance.
doucement: Gently, with little force, noise, or abrupt movement.

Definition in French

Exprime une manière posée et sereine de faire quelque chose.

Word origin

Paisiblement is derived from paisible with the adverbial suffix -ment; paisible developed from Old French and traces back to Latin pacificus.

Usage tips

  • The final t in paisiblement is silent, and the word ends with the same nasal sound as many French adverbs in -ment.

Other meanings

  • quietlyadverb

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