quieto
still
Se dice de alguien o algo que no se mueve y permanece en el mismo lugar.
The Spanish word "quieto" generally means "still," "quiet," or "calm." It is an adjective derived from the verb quedar or from a Latin root related to rest and silence.
Meaning
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Still or motionless: Used to describe someone or something that is not moving.
- Example: Está quieto el niño (The child is still).
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Calm or composed: Referring to a state of being calm, not agitated or restless.
- Example: Mantén la voz quieta (Keep a calm voice).
Parts
"Quieto" comes from the adjective ending -o, typically masculine singular form. The feminine form is "quieta," plural masculine "quietos," and plural feminine "quietas."
Synonyms
- Fijo (fixed)
- Tranquilo (calm)
- Callado (quiet, silent)
- Inmóvil (immobile)
Antonyms
- Moviéndose (moving)
- Agitado (agitated)
- Ruidoso (noisy)
- Inquieto (restless or uneasy)
Summary
"Quieto" expresses a lack of physical movement or a calm state. It is often used both literally (not moving) and figuratively (calm demeanor).
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Examples
El gato se mantiene quieto mientras duerme.adjective
The cat remains still while it sleeps.
El perro está quieto en su cama.adjective
The dog is still in its bed.
El gato se quedó quieto en la silla.adjective
The cat stayed still on the chair.
El avión se quedó quieto después del aterrizaje.adjective
The plane remained still after landing.
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