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placidez means placidity — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 15, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

placidez

noun • /[plah-see-THED]/

placidity

Example:

La placidez del lago calmó mis pensamientos errantes.

The placidity of the lake calmed my wandering thoughts.

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🧠 What does placidez mean?

Placidez refers to a state of deep calmness, tranquility, and peacefulness. It suggests a serene and unruffled demeanor, even in the face of difficulty. Think of a still lake reflecting the mountains – that sense of quiet stillness is the essence of placidez.

📚 Extra examples

  • El monje meditaba con placidez en el jardín.
    The monk meditated with placidity in the garden.
  • A pesar del caos a su alrededor, ella mantuvo una admirable placidez.
    Despite the chaos around her, she maintained admirable placidity.
  • La placidez del paisaje me ayudó a relajarme.
    The placidity of the landscape helped me to relax.
  • Hablaba con una placidez que tranquilizaba a todos.
    He spoke with a placidity that calmed everyone.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'placidity' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'placidity' is 'placidez'.
How do you pronounce 'placidez' in Spanish?
It's pronounced plah-thee-deth. The 'c' sounds like the 'th' in 'thin'.
How do you use 'placidez' in a sentence?
You can use 'placidez' in a sentence like this: 'Sentía una gran placidez al escuchar el sonido de las olas.' (I felt great placidity listening to the sound of the waves).
What is the English translation of 'placidez'?
The English translation of 'placidez' is 'placidity'.
Does 'placidez' change for gender or number?
No, 'placidez' is a singular, feminine noun and doesn't change its form.
Is 'placidez' common in everyday Spanish?
While not as common as simpler words like 'calma' (calm), 'placidez' is understood and used, particularly in more formal or literary contexts.
Does 'placidez' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'placidez' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It maintains its core meaning of tranquility.
Is 'placidez' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'placidez' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "placidez"

Synonyms: calma, tranquilidad, serenidad, paz
Opposites: agitación, ansiedad, inquietud, nerviosismo

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'placidez' comes from the Latin word 'placiditas', meaning 'calmness' or 'gentleness'.

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