peace
Significado: A state without war or conflict; calm and quiet
The word 'peace' refers to a state without war or conflict between nations or groups. It also means personal calm and quietness. 'Peace of mind' means freedom from worry. 'Keep the peace' means to maintain order. 'Peace and quiet' is a common expression for tranquillity.
Ejemplos
- The two countries finally signed a peace agreement. 两国终于签署了和平协议。Los dos países finalmente firmaron un acuerdo de paz.両国はついに和平協定に署名しました。양국은 마침내 평화 협정에 서명했습니다.
- I just want some peace and quiet. 我只想要一些安宁。Solo quiero un poco de paz y tranquilidad.静かで穏やかな時間が欲しいだけです。조용하고 평온한 시간이 갖고 싶을 뿐입니다.
- She found peace of mind after making the decision. 做出决定后,她内心平静了。Encontró paz mental después de tomar la decisión.決断を下した後、彼女は心の平和を見つけました。그 결정을 내린 후 그녀는 마음의 평화를 찾았습니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Old French 'pais' (modern French 'paix'), from Latin 'pax' (genitive 'pacis') meaning 'peace' or 'agreement'. Related to 'pacify', 'pact', and 'appease'.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
Historia y curiosidades
The peace symbol (☮) was designed in 1958 for the British Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, combining the semaphore letters N and D.
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