tranquil

[/ˈtræŋkwɪl/]

adjective

tranquilo

1. free from disturbance, agitation, or turmoil; peaceful and calm

The tranquil lake reflected the mountains perfectly.

O lago tranquilo refletia as montanhas perfeitamente.

2. characterized by lack of anxiety, worry, or stress

She maintained a tranquil demeanor despite the chaos around her.

Ela mantinha uma atitude tranquila apesar do caos ao seu redor.

3. undisturbed; serene and untroubled

They spent a tranquil afternoon reading in the garden.

Eles passaram uma tarde tranquila lendo no jardim.

NYC Slang

chill, zen, mellow

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General Brazilian

tranquilo

most common usage; also means 'okay' or 'cool' in informal speech

Rio de Janeiro

tranquilo

standard usage; used in relaxed, informal contexts

São Paulo

tranquilo

standard usage; maintains formal and informal applications

Portugal

tranquilo

standard usage; less commonly used in informal slang than in Brazil

keep tranquil (manter a tranquilidade)

tranquil waters (águas tranquilas - figuratively: peaceful times)

a tranquil mind (uma mente tranquila - inner peace)

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