Translation guide
The quality of being calm, quiet, and free from disturbance. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through nouns and adjectives that describe a state of tranquility, often with nuances of silence, serenity, or absence of conflict.
Describing a peaceful atmosphere, environment, or feeling of tranquility.
This park has a peaceful atmosphere.
Refers to quietness and stillness, often used for peaceful natural settings or moments of silence.
The peacefulness of the lake calms my mind.
Conveys gentleness and mildness, often used for weather, personality, or a calm atmosphere.
Her peacefulness puts everyone at ease.
Emphasizes a sense of comfort and peace of mind, often associated with emotional tranquility.
This place gives me a sense of peacefulness.
Referring to a state free from war, strife, or turmoil.
Describing a personal state of mental calm and freedom from anxiety.
Refers to composure and calmness of mind, often used in situations requiring self-control.
He maintained his peacefulness.
Literally 'peace of heart', a common phrase for inner peace.
Often used to mean 'safety' or 'without incident', but can imply a peaceful state free from trouble.
平和 (へいわ) is the broadest term for peace, covering everything from world peace to personal tranquility. 静けさ (しずけさ) specifically emphasizes quietness and absence of noise. 穏やかさ (おだやかさ) highlights gentleness and mildness, often used for weather or personality.
English 'peacefulness' can be translated in many ways depending on context. Using 平和 for every situation may sound unnatural. For example, 'the peacefulness of the forest' is better as 森の静けさ (もりのしずけさ) rather than 森の平和.
泰平の世が続くことを祈る。
I pray that this era of peacefulness continues.
Meditation brings peacefulness of mind.
I was relieved to spend the time in peacefulness.