mi paz
/mi paθ/from spelling rules
The English phrase "my peace" is translated into Spanish as mi paz.
mi paz is used to describe a state of mental or spiritual calmness and tranquility experienced by an individual.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the possessive adjective mi (my) and the noun paz (peace).
How do you pronounce it?
/mi paθ/
Did you know?
- The word paz shares a hidden history with the English word 'fix', as both come from an ancient root meaning 'to fasten' or 'to make firm'.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, people may use the phrase estoy buscando mi paz specifically when deciding to cut ties with toxic people, rather than just meditating.
- While mi paz describes your internal state, the phrase en paz can be used as a euphemism to describe someone who has passed away, meaning they have died peacefully.
Examples in context
- La meditación es mi paz.Meditation is my peace.
Example conversation
Alejandro and María are talking about their stressful jobs.
- AlejandroEstoy muy estresado por el trabajo.I am very stressed because of work.
- MaríaDeberías meditar para encontrar mi paz.You should meditate to find your peace.
- AlejandroTienes razón, necesito mi paz ahora.You are right, I need my peace now.
- MaríaYo también busco mi paz cada día.I also look for my peace every day.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mi, paz, CC BY-SA 4.0.
