pacífica

[pah-SEE-fee-kah]

adjectivefemininepl: pacíficas

peaceful

1. Characterized by peace; not involving violence or conflict

The protest was peaceful and orderly.

O protesto foi pacífico e ordenado.

2. Inclined to peace; not aggressive or hostile

She has a peaceful nature and avoids confrontation.

Ela tem uma natureza pacífica e evita confrontos.

3. Calm and tranquil

The beach offered a peaceful retreat from the city.

A praia oferecia um refúgio pacífico da cidade.

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General Brazilian

pacífica

Standard usage throughout Brazil

São Paulo

pacífica

Standard usage

Rio de Janeiro

pacífica

Standard usage

Portugal

pacífica

Standard usage; may be more formal in tone

coexistência pacífica (peaceful coexistence)

resolução pacífica (peaceful resolution)

manifestação pacífica (peaceful demonstration)

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