No. 15,091 in Russian
покой
"Покой" means "peace," "tranquility," or "rest" in English.
In a sentence
После долгого дня я искал покой в тихом уголке.
After a long day, I sought repose in a quiet corner.
The word 'покой' refers to a state of rest or tranquility, emphasizing mental and physical calm.
Покой в доме был нарушен громким разговором.
The peace in the house was disturbed by loud talking.
Here, 'покой' signifies quietude or the absence of noise, highlighting environmental stillness.
Её последним желанием был вечный покой.
Her final wish was eternal peace.
In this context, 'покой' represents the concept of serenity or rest after passing, often referred to as eternal peace.
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