Meaning
peace
- calm, quiet
In a sentence
Finalmente c'è pace in casa stasera.
Finally there's peace at home tonight.
Voglio un po' di pace adesso.
I want a little peace now.
Possiamo parlare in pace un momento?
Can we talk in peace for a moment?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| pace | feminine · singular |
| paci | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'pace' for general peace (e.g., world peace). For inner calm, prefer 'tranquillità' or 'calma'.
- Avoid 'pace' for 'piece' (e.g., 'a piece of cake' = 'un pezzo di torta'). Common false friend.
- Often used in formal or religious contexts (e.g., 'riposare in pace'). Less common in casual speech.