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“become quiet” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajishizumaru

Example

教室が静まります。kyō shitsu ga shizu ma ri ma su

The classroom becomes quiet.

Illustration for 静まる (become quiet)

How to say “become quiet” in Japanese

“Become quiet” in Japanese is 静まる (shizumaru).

It describes activity, sound, or emotion settling until a calm condition is reached.

Full entry for 静まる: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 静まる

深呼吸をすると、緊張した気持ちが少し静まりました。shin ko kyū o su ru to kin chō shi ta ki mo chi ga suko shi shizu ma ri ma shi ta

After taking a deep breath, my nervousness eased a little.

Tips for using 静まる

  • The subject of 静まる (shizumaru) is the thing that becomes calm, so a sentence can describe a classroom, a storm, or public unrest without naming an outside causer.

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