Tranquila

Tranquila is a feminine singular adjective and interjection originating from the Spanish and Portuguese languages. It is the feminine form of the adjective ''tranquilo''.

Etymology

The word derives from the Latin adjective ''tranquillus'', meaning calm, quiet, or still. This Latin root has given rise to similar terms in many Romance languages, including the Italian ''tranquilla'', the French ''tranquille'', and the Romanian ''tranchilă''.

Meaning and Usage

As an adjective, tranquila describes a feminine noun or a female person. Its primary meanings include:

• Calm or Serene: Referring to a state of mind or disposition (e.g., "una persona tranquila" - a calm person).
• Quiet, Still, or Peaceful: Describing a place, situation, or object (e.g., "una vida tranquila" - a peaceful life, "agua tranquila" - still water).

In informal conversation, Tranquila is frequently employed as an interjection or a short, reassuring response, particularly when addressing a female. In this usage, it functions colloquially to mean:

• "Relax"
• "Take it easy"
• "Don't worry"
• "It's okay"
• "Calm down"

This interjection is widely used to provide reassurance or indicate that a situation is under control or not a cause for concern.

The term is commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries, Portugal, and Brazil.

Related Terms

• Tranquilo (masculine form)
• Calma (calmness)
• Paz (peace)
• Sosiego (calmness, tranquility)