英語

peace

gb/pˈis/ us/pˈis/
A2 英語
~ 1200
語義
0件の語義
名詞 A2 state
1

Absence of war or violence

When there is no war or fighting between people or countries.

用法パターン: [peace] between [countries/groups]
よくある間違い:
Learners sometimes confuse 'peace' with 'piece' because they sound the same but have different meanings.
類義語
harmony (Suggests smooth and friendly relations without conflict.)
対義語
war (Direct opposite, involving armed conflict between groups or nations.)
コロケーション
world peace |peace talks |keep the peace |peace agreement |at peace
テーマ
politics |society |emotions |law
例文
  • The two nations signed a treaty to ensure lasting peace.
  • Peace was restored after the rebels surrendered.
  • The United Nations works to promote peace around the world.
  • After years of conflict, they finally achieved peace.
  • Maintaining peace requires constant dialogue and cooperation.
学習者向け例文
  • The countries are at peace now.
  • We want peace in our city.
  • The leaders talked about peace.
  • Peace is important for everyone.
  • The world needs more peace.
名詞 B1 state
2

Mental calmness and freedom from worry

A quiet and calm feeling inside, without stress or worry.

用法パターン: [peace] of mind
よくある間違い:
Learners may confuse 'peace' as only referring to war situations, forgetting it can also mean personal calmness.
類義語
serenity (A slightly more formal term for calmness and tranquility.)
対義語
anxiety (A state of unease and worry, opposite of inner calm.)
コロケーション
inner peace |peace of mind |at peace with oneself
テーマ
emotions |daily life |health
例文
  • Meditation helps me find peace in my daily life.
  • She felt a deep sense of peace after resolving the argument.
  • Living in the countryside gives him great peace of mind.
  • The sound of waves brought her peace.
  • He was finally at peace with his decision.
学習者向け例文
  • I feel peace when I read a book.
  • The music gives me peace.
  • She has peace in her heart.
  • He wants to live in peace.
  • This place makes me feel peace.
名詞 B1 state
3

Time when there is no war

A time when there is no war or fighting.

用法パターン: during [peace]
類義語
truce (Usually a temporary stop to fighting; not always permanent.)
対義語
hostilities (Refers to acts of fighting and conflict resuming.)
コロケーション
time of peace |long peace
テーマ
history |politics |time
例文
  • The country experienced fifty years of uninterrupted peace.
  • During the peace, the economy grew rapidly.
  • He was born in a time of peace.
  • Peace returned after the treaty was signed.
  • The museum celebrates the long peace between the two nations.
学習者向け例文
  • We live in a time of peace.
  • Peace came after many years of war.
  • The king brought peace to the land.
  • They hope for a long peace.
  • Peace is better than war.
interjection informal B2 action
4

Telling someone to be quiet or calm down

Said to ask someone to be quiet or stop arguing.

類義語
quiet (Directly tells someone to stop making noise; less slangy.)
対義語
speak up (Encouraging someone to talk more loudly or express themselves.)
テーマ
daily life |communication |core_vocabulary
例文
  • Peace, guys! Let's hear what she has to say.
  • Hey, peace! There's no need to argue about this.
  • Peace! We can work this out calmly.
学習者向け例文
  • Peace! Stop shouting.
  • Peace, please. I want to think.
  • Peace! Let's sit down and talk.
文法
辞書形
peace
IPA
GB/pˈis/
US/pˈis/
音節・強勢
peace (1音節)
Stress on 1st syllable (peace)
活用形
Noun
  • Base: peace
  • Plural: peace
関連語
Core family
peaceful adjective B1 peacefully adverb B1
Related words
peacefulness noun peacemaker noun peacekeeper noun B2 peacekeeping noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
war noun A2 violence noun B1
Advanced or less common
peaceable adjective B2 pacifism noun pacifist noun
表現

at peace with oneself

1
/ˈæt pˈis wˈɪθ wˌʌnsˈɛlf/
fixed phrase

Feeling calm and self-accepting

To feel calm because you accept yourself and your life.

例文
  • After years of struggle, she was finally at peace with herself.
  • He is at peace with himself despite his past mistakes.

hold one's peace

1
/hˈoʊld wˈʌnz pˈis/
idiom formal

Remain silent instead of speaking one's thoughts

To stay silent instead of saying what you think.

例文
  • He decided to hold his peace during the meeting.
  • If anyone objects, speak now or forever hold your peace.

keep the peace

1
/kˈip ðə pˈis/
fixed phrase

Maintain order and prevent conflict

To make sure people do not fight or cause trouble.

例文
  • Police were called in to keep the peace during the protest.
  • Parents should try to keep the peace at home.

make peace (with)

1
/mˈeɪk pˈis wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase

End conflict and reconcile

To become friendly again after a fight or argument.

例文
  • They finally made peace after years of rivalry.
  • It's time to make peace with your neighbors.

peace of mind

1
/pˈis əv mˈaɪnd/
fixed phrase

Feeling safe and not worried about something specific

A feeling that everything is fine and you do not need to worry about it.

例文
  • Having insurance gives me peace of mind when I travel.
  • She locked the doors for her own peace of mind.

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