quieta (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

• Part of speech: Adjective

Phonetic Transcription

• Phonetic transcription: /ˈkjeta/

Translation Options into English

• Translation: quiet / still / calm / motionless

Meaning and Usage

The word "quieta" is the feminine form of the adjective "quieto," which describes a state of being free from noise or disturbance. It can refer to a person, animal, or environment that is calm or tranquil. It is commonly used in both oral and written contexts within the Spanish language.

The frequency of use can vary depending on the region, but it is often encountered in everyday conversations as well as in literature. In general, the word is used to describe physical states or emotional conditions.

Example Sentences

1. La niña está quieta mientras lee un libro.

2. The girl is quiet while reading a book.

3. Necesitamos un lugar quieto para meditar.

4. We need a quiet place to meditate.

5. La sala estaba quieta después del concierto.

6. The room was still after the concert.

Idiomatic Expressions

The term "quieta" can be incorporated into various idiomatic expressions in Spanish:

1. Estar quieto como un ratón.
2. To be quiet as a mouse.

3. Example: El niño se quedó quieto como un ratón mientras su madre hablaba.

   • The boy stayed quiet as a mouse while his mother spoke.

4. Tener la mente quieta.

5. To have a calm mind.

6. Example: Es importante tener la mente quieta para tomar decisiones.

   • It is important to have a calm mind to make decisions.

7. Pasar un momento quieto.

8. To have a quiet moment.

9. Example: Valoro cada vez que puedo pasar un momento quieto en la naturaleza.

   • I cherish every time I can spend a quiet moment in nature.

10. Mantenerse quieto.

11. To stay still.
12. Example: ¡Mantente quieto mientras te hago la foto!
    • Stay still while I take your picture!

Etymology

The word "quieto" comes from the Latin "quietus," meaning "calm" or "at rest." The transition into Spanish retained the theme of stillness and tranquility.

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms:
• sereno (serene)
• tranquilo (calm)

• silencioso (silent)

• Antonyms:

• ruidoso (noisy)
• agitado (agitated)
• inquieto (restless)