peace
gb/pˈis/ us/pˈis/
A2
Engels
~ 1200
Betekenissen
0 betekenissen
Zelfstandig naamwoord
A2
state
1
Absence of war or violence
When there is no war or fighting between people or countries.
Gebruikspatroon:
[peace] between [countries/groups]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes confuse 'peace' with 'piece' because they sound the same but have different meanings.
Synoniemen
harmony (Suggests smooth and friendly relations without conflict.)
Antoniemen
war (Direct opposite, involving armed conflict between groups or nations.)
Woordcombinaties
world peace
|peace talks
|keep the peace
|peace agreement
|at peace
Thema's
politics
|society
|emotions
|law
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- 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.
Zelfstandig naamwoord
B1
state
2
Mental calmness and freedom from worry
A quiet and calm feeling inside, without stress or worry.
Gebruikspatroon:
[peace] of mind
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may confuse 'peace' as only referring to war situations, forgetting it can also mean personal calmness.
Synoniemen
serenity (A slightly more formal term for calmness and tranquility.)
Antoniemen
anxiety (A state of unease and worry, opposite of inner calm.)
Woordcombinaties
inner peace
|peace of mind
|at peace with oneself
Thema's
emotions
|daily life
|health
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- 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.
Zelfstandig naamwoord
B1
state
3
Time when there is no war
A time when there is no war or fighting.
Gebruikspatroon:
during [peace]
Synoniemen
truce (Usually a temporary stop to fighting; not always permanent.)
Antoniemen
hostilities (Refers to acts of fighting and conflict resuming.)
Woordcombinaties
time of peace
|long peace
Thema's
history
|politics
|time
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- 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.
Synoniemen
quiet (Directly tells someone to stop making noise; less slangy.)
Antoniemen
speak up (Encouraging someone to talk more loudly or express themselves.)
Thema's
daily life
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- Peace! Stop shouting.
- Peace, please. I want to think.
- Peace! Let's sit down and talk.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
peace
IPA
GB/pˈis/
US/pˈis/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
peace (1 lettergreep)
Stress on 1st syllable (peace)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: peace
- Plural: peace
Woordfamilie
Uitdrukkingen
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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- Having insurance gives me peace of mind when I travel.
- She locked the doors for her own peace of mind.