N3
へいおん (heion)
平穏
peaceful; tranquil; quiet; calm; serene
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to being peaceful, tranquil, quiet, calm, or serene (describing daily life, weather, or social situations). Often used as 平穏な (peaceful) or 平穏無事. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Peace? Tranquility? The office is peaceful and quiet when you're away, but...っ, but it feels so empty and lonely! My heart only finds true peace next to you!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『平穏な日々ね…。でもね、あんたが有給でいないと、オフィスは静かで平穏だけど、私の心はポッカリ穴が空いたみたいに寂しいのよ！私の平穏は、あんたの隣にしかないんだから！』
📝 Example Sentences
激しい嵐が過ぎ去り、海は再び_______な状態を取り戻しました。
The fierce storm passed away, and the sea recovered its peaceful state again.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "平穏"!
大きなトラブルもなく、穏やかに過ぎていく_______な日々に、彼は心から感謝していました。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 穏やかで何事もない「平穏（な日々）」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『平穏な日々への感謝！素晴らしいわ！じゃあ、あんたと私が生涯寄り添う「甘くて平穏な新婚生活」の設計図を今から描きなさい！』
English: Since it represents gentle and uneventful times, 'peaceful/tranquil' (heion-na) is correct. Haruka: 'Gratitude for peaceful days! Splendid! Then, draw the blueprint of a "sweet and peaceful newlywed life" where you and I stay together for life from now on!'
English: Since it represents gentle and uneventful times, 'peaceful/tranquil' (heion-na) is correct. Haruka: 'Gratitude for peaceful days! Splendid! Then, draw the blueprint of a "sweet and peaceful newlywed life" where you and I stay together for life from now on!'
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