Placid Meaning in English
word
ˈpɫæsəd/, /ˈpɫæsɪd
PLAS-id
plˈæsɪd
PLAS-id
Definition
Calm and peaceful, not easily disturbed or excited. Describes someone or something with a quiet and gentle nature.
Usage & Nuances
'Placid' is formal and often used for people, animals, or natural scenes (like 'placid lake'). It suggests a deeper calmness than simply 'calm'. Not usually used for busy situations or active personalities.
Spanish: plácido - tranquiloPortuguese (BR): plácido - tranquiloPortuguese (PT): plácido - serenoChinese (Simplified): 平静的 - 温和的Chinese (Traditional): 平靜的 - 溫和的Hindi: शांत - स्थिरArabic: هادئ - ساكنBengali: শান্ত - প্রশান্তRussian: спокойный - безмятежныйJapanese: 穏やか - 静かなVietnamese: yên lặng - bình thảnKorean: 차분한 - 평온한Turkish: sakin - durgunUrdu: پرامن - پرسکونIndonesian: tenang - damai
Example Sentences
The placid lake reflected the sky.
basic
He has a placid temperament.
basic
The horse remained placid during the storm.
basic
She's always so placid, even when things go wrong.
natural
His placid smile made everyone relax.
natural
The dog's placid nature makes it great with kids.
natural