No. 4,964 in Japanese
穏やか
Calm; gentle; peaceful.
In a sentence
彼の表情はとても穏やかでした。
His expression was very calm.
In this sentence, '穏やか' describes the demeanor or facial expression of a person, focusing on a serene and composed state.
この町は穏やかな雰囲気があります。
This town has a tranquil atmosphere.
Here, '穏やか' is used to denote the peaceful and non-chaotic nature of the town's environment or ambiance.
穏やかな音楽を聴きながらリラックスしました。
I relaxed while listening to soothing music.
In this example, '穏やか' characterizes the music as being soothing and serene, conducive to relaxation.
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