calm

UK
/kɑːm/
US
/kɑm/

Translations

calmnoun
calms
pl
UK
/kɑːm/
US
/kɑm/
The calm of the early morning was broken by the sound of birds chirping.
Le calme du petit matin a été rompu par le chant des oiseaux.
calmeEn parlant de la mer, du temps ou du vent.
The sailors enjoyed a brief calm before the storm hit.
Les marins ont profité d'un bref calme avant que la tempête ne frappe.
Additional translations
tranquillitéSens abstrait; plus soutenu selon le contexte.
calmverb
calmed
Past Simple
calmed
Past Participle
calming
Gerund
UK
/kɑːm/
US
/kɑm/
se calmer
After the storm passed, the sea began to calm.
Après le passage de la tempête, la mer a commencé à se calmer.
She tried to calm the crying baby by singing a lullaby.
Elle a essayé de calmer le bébé qui pleurait en chantant une berceuse.
calmadjective
calmer
Comp.
calmest
Super.
UK
/kɑːm/
US
/kɑm/
She remained calm even when the situation became chaotic.
Elle est restée calme même lorsque la situation est devenue chaotique.
The calm sea made for a perfect day of sailing.
La mer calme a rendu la journée de navigation parfaite.

Definitions

calmnoun
A state of tranquility or quietness, free from disturbance or agitation.
The calm of the early morning was broken by the sound of birds chirping.
A period or condition of freedom from storms, high winds, or rough activity of water.
The sailors enjoyed a brief calm before the storm hit.
A state of mental peace and serenity.
She found a sense of calm through meditation and yoga.
calmverb
To make someone or something less agitated or excited.
She tried to calm the crying baby by singing a lullaby.
To become less agitated or excited.
After the storm passed, the sea began to calm.
calmadjective
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.
She remained calm even when the situation became chaotic.
Free from disturbance; tranquil.
The calm sea made for a perfect day of sailing.
Of the weather, sea, or air: not windy or rough; free from storms or agitation.
The forecast predicted a calm day with barely a ripple on the lake.