
quietness
/ˈkwaɪətnəs/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4467 in the learning path
安静;宁静
Definitions
n. The state of having little noise or disturbance
安静;宁静
Example
I enjoyed the quietness of the garden before breakfast.
早饭前,我享受着花园里的宁静。
The quietness of rural areas attracts residents seeking relief from the constant noise of urban life.
乡村的宁静吸引着希望摆脱城市生活持续噪声的居民。
Collocations
- the quietness of the countryside
- enjoy the quietness
- peace and quietness
Word family
- quiet (adj.)
- quietly (adv.)
- quieten (v.)
Synonyms
- tranquillity
- stillness
Antonyms
- noisiness
Usage tip
不可数名词;日常也常直接用quiet作名词。
FAQ
- What does quietness mean?
- The state of having little noise or disturbance
- How is quietness pronounced?
- UK /ˈkwaɪətnəs/, US /ˈkwaɪətnəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.