Meaning

Primary

Calm

Alternatives

Serene, Tranquil

Word Type

noun, な adjective

Explanation

A place that is peace and quiet is a very calm and serene place. Ahh, so nice!

Reading

へいせい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Context Sentences

こんなにカワイイ猫たちがいっぱいだと、平静を保てる自信がありません。

I am not sure I can keep my composure when so many cute cats are around.

私、好きな人の前では、平静でいられなくなるんです。

I find it hard to stay calm in front of someone I like.

彼女は赤信号で止まれずにパニックに落ちいっていたが、ラジオを聞きながら心の平静を取りもどした。

She was panicking, unable to stop at the red light, but regained her inner calm by listening to the radio.

Kanji Composition