en paz
/em ˈpaθ/
The English phrase "at peace" is translated into Spanish as en paz.
en paz is used to describe a state of being free from anxiety or stress. This applies both to the internal psychological state of an individual and to the absence of conflict between larger entities, such as nations.
Meaning: free from anxiety or stress (prep_phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the preposition en (in) and the noun paz (peace), making the literal translation "in peace".
How does it change in a sentence?
When using en paz to describe a state of being, use the verb estar (to be) rather than tener (to have).
How do you pronounce it?
/em ˈpaθ/
Did you know?
- Spanish speakers use the phrase hacer las paces to describe the act of making up after a fight, literally meaning 'to make the peaces'.
- The word paz shares a common Proto-Indo-European root with the English word 'pact', as both originate from the idea of fastening or fixing an agreement.
- In some legal or formal contexts, to be 'at peace' with a law or a rule is expressed as estar en paz con la ley, though this is a more figurative way of saying one is in compliance.
Examples in context
- Ambos países están en paz ahora.Both countries are now at peace.This sentence is useful for seeing how the phrase describes the state of two countries.Tatoeba #1855253 by hayastan, translation #325609 by CK
- Los criminales nunca llegan a estar en paz consigo mismos.Criminals never manage to be at peace with themselves.This sentence shows the phrase used to describe an individual's internal state.Tatoeba #5973461 by ApioDelPueblo, translation #5973462 by ApioDelPueblo
- La nación estaba en paz.The nation was at peace.This sentence demonstrates the phrase being used to describe a nation's state.Tatoeba #1066891 by alexmarcelo, translation #806868 by Source_VOA
- Me siento en paz conmigo mismo después de superar aquellos desafíos.I feel at peace with myself after overcoming those challenges.
- Después de un largo día de trabajo, me siento tranquilo/a en casa.After a long day at work, I feel at peace at home.
- Al meditar, experimento serenidad y sosiego.While meditating, I experience serenity and tranquility.
- Después de resolver ese conflicto interno, estoy en paz conmigo mismo/a.After resolving that inner conflict, I am at peace with myself.
- Cuando estoy rodeado/a de naturaleza, me siento en armonía con el mundo.When I am surrounded by nature, I feel at peace with the world.
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Example conversation
Lucía and Alejandro are relaxing in a quiet garden.
- LucíaMe siento muy en paz aquí.I feel very much at peace here.
- AlejandroEs un lugar ideal para descansar.It is an ideal place to rest.
- Lucía¿Tú también estás en paz?Are you also at peace?
- AlejandroSí, finalmente puedo relajarme.Yes, I can finally relax.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry en paz, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries en, en paz, paz, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
