Inglês

tranquility

gb/tɹæŋkwˈɪlɪti/ us/tɹæŋkwˈɪlɪti/
B2 Inglês
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Nome B2 state
1

calm, peaceful state of mind

a feeling of calm and peace

Padrão de uso: [someone] feels/finds tranquility (in [something]); tranquility of mind
Erro comum:
Often confused with "tranquil" (adjective) or used as a countable noun; "tranquility" is usually uncountable.
Sinónimos
calm (More general and everyday; less poetic.) | serenity (Often suggests a deeper, more lasting calm.) | peace (Broader; can include absence of conflict as well as calm feelings.)
Antónimos
anxiety (Worried, uneasy feelings rather than calm.) | agitation (Restless or upset movement/feeling.) | turmoil (A strong state of confusion or distress.)
Colocações
inner tranquility |a sense of tranquility |find tranquility |seek tranquility |a state of tranquility |the tranquility of mind |achieve tranquility |regain tranquility |moments of tranquility |deep tranquility
Temas
emotions |wellness |mental_health
Exemplos
  • After the exam, she felt a wave of tranquility for the first time in weeks.
  • He meditates every morning to maintain a sense of tranquility.
  • The quiet music helped bring back some tranquility after a stressful day.
Exemplos para aprendentes
  • I feel tranquility when I walk by the sea.
  • Yoga gives me tranquility.
Nome B2 state
2

peaceful quietness of a place

the calm and quiet feeling of a place

Padrão de uso: the tranquility of [place]; enjoy the tranquility (of [place])
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes use it for simple "silence"; tranquility often implies pleasant peacefulness, not just no sound.
Sinónimos
peacefulness (Very close; slightly more common in everyday speech.) | stillness (Focuses more on lack of movement.) | quiet (More basic; may miss the sense of calm beauty.)
Antónimos
noise (Loud sound that breaks quiet.) | bustle (Busy activity rather than calm.) | commotion (Sudden noisy disturbance.)
Colocações
the tranquility of the countryside |the tranquility of the garden |the tranquility of the lake |rural tranquility |suburban tranquility |enjoy the tranquility |soak up the tranquility |return to tranquility |the morning tranquility |undisturbed tranquility
Temas
nature |travel |home |daily_life
Exemplos
  • They moved to the countryside for the tranquility.
  • The hotel overlooks a bay known for its tranquility.
  • Construction work shattered the tranquility of the neighborhood.
Exemplos para aprendentes
  • I love the tranquility of this park.
  • The village has great tranquility.
Nome formal C1 state
3

calm public situation without disorder

a calm situation with no trouble

Padrão de uso: maintain/restore/preserve tranquility; threaten tranquility
Erro comum:
In this sense it is often used in formal or official language (e.g., policing, government statements).
Sinónimos
order (Emphasizes rules and control, not necessarily peaceful feeling.) | stability (Focuses on lasting steadiness in society or politics.)
Antónimos
unrest (Ongoing protests or disorder.) | violence (Physical harm and conflict.) | chaos (Complete lack of order.)
Colocações
restore tranquility |maintain tranquility |preserve tranquility |threaten tranquility |ensure tranquility |social tranquility |public tranquility |return to tranquility |tranquility was restored |a period of tranquility
Temas
society |politics |law |news
Exemplos
  • Extra officers were deployed to restore tranquility after the clashes.
  • Officials urged residents to remain calm and protect the city's tranquility.
  • The agreement helped bring a period of tranquility to the region.
Exemplos para aprendentes
  • The police worked to restore tranquility.
  • The city needs tranquility and order.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
tranquility
IPA
GB/tɹæŋkwˈɪlɪti/
US/tɹæŋkwˈɪlɪti/
Sílabas e acento
tran - quil - ity (3 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (quil)
Formas da palavra
Noun
  • Base: tranquility
  • Plural: tranquility
Expressões

disturb the tranquility

1
/dɪstˈɚb ðə tɹæŋkwˈɪlɪti/
fixed phrase

break the calm quietness

to stop a place or time from being peaceful

Exemplos
  • A sudden shout disturbed the tranquility of the library.
  • Helicopters roared overhead, disturbing the tranquility of the valley.
  • He tried not to disturb the tranquility of the morning.

oasis of tranquility

1
/oʊˈeɪsɪs əv tɹæŋkwˈɪlɪti/
fixed phrase

peaceful place in busy life

a peaceful place that feels like a break from stress

Exemplos
  • The small courtyard is an oasis of tranquility in the middle of downtown.
  • Her studio became an oasis of tranquility during a difficult year.
  • They designed the garden to be an oasis of tranquility for the whole family.

peace and tranquility

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/pˈis ˈænd tɹæŋkwˈɪlɪti/
fixed phrase

calm life free from disturbance

calm and quiet, with no problems

Exemplos
  • After years in the city, they wanted peace and tranquility.
  • She goes hiking to find peace and tranquility.
  • The spa promises peace and tranquility from the moment you arrive.

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