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

📅 Published: July 22, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

plácido

adjective • /[PLAH-see-doh]/

placid

Example:

El lago plácido reflejaba las montañas verdes.

The placid lake reflected the green mountains.

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🧠 What does plácido mean?

Plácido describes something or someone calm, peaceful, and serene. It evokes a sense of tranquility and quiet contentment. Think of a calm lake, a gentle breeze, or a person with a relaxed and undisturbed demeanor. It's a beautiful word to describe a state of pleasant calmness.

📚 Extra examples

  • El lago lucía plácido bajo la luz de la luna.
    The lake looked placid under the moonlight.
  • Pasamos una tarde plácida en el parque.
    We spent a placid afternoon in the park.
  • Su expresión plácida me tranquilizó.
    Their placid expression calmed me down.
  • El bebé durmió plácidamente toda la noche.
    The baby slept placidly throughout the night.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'placid' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'placid' is 'plácido'.
How do you pronounce 'plácido' in Spanish?
It's pronounced PLAH-thee-doh, with the stress on the first syllable.
How do you use 'plácido' in a sentence?
You can use 'plácido' to describe a noun, like 'un mar plácido' (a placid sea), or someone's demeanor, like 'una sonrisa plácida' (a placid smile).
What is the English translation of 'plácido'?
The English translation of 'plácido' is 'placid'.
Does 'plácido' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'plácido' changes to agree with the noun it describes. For example, 'un hombre plácido' (a placid man) becomes 'una mujer plácida' (a placid woman) and 'unos niños plácidos' (placid children).
Is 'plácido' common in everyday Spanish?
While not extremely common, 'plácido' is used and understood in everyday Spanish. You'll likely hear it in literature, poetry, and more formal settings, but it's perfectly acceptable in regular conversation.
Does 'plácido' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'plácido' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a fairly straightforward word.
Is 'plácido' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'plácido' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "plácido"

Synonyms: tranquilo, sereno, apacible, calmado
Opposites: agitado, inquieto, turbulento

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'plácido' comes from the Latin word 'placidus', which means 'pleasing' or 'gentle'.

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