calmness

[/ˈkɑːmnəs/]

noun

calma

1. the state of being peaceful, quiet, and free from agitation or disturbance

She spoke with great calmness during the crisis.

Ela falou com muita calma durante a crise.

2. absence of strong emotions; composure

His calmness under pressure impressed everyone.

A sua calma sob pressão impressionou a todos.

3. absence of wind or rough movement in weather or water

The calmness of the sea made it perfect for sailing.

A tranquilidade do mar o tornou perfeito para navegar.

NYC Slang

cool/chill

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

calma

most common usage

Rio de Janeiro

calma

standard usage, can also use 'tranquilidade'

São Paulo

calma

standard usage, formal contexts prefer 'serenidade'

Portugal

calma

standard usage; 'tranquilidade' and 'serenidade' also common

keep your calm

calm before the storm

manter a calma

calma e paciência

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