paz
/ˈpaθ/feminine
The English word 'peace' is translated into Spanish as paz.
paz refers to the state of being free from war.
Meaning: state of being free from war (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
paz is a feminine noun, so it is used with the feminine article la to form la paz (the peace).
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpaθ/
When do people say it?
Additionally, in Bolivia, the slang term Onda can be used to convey a sense of peace and harmonious energy, similar to the English word 'vibe'.
Did you know?
- The word paz is an inherited term from the Latin pācem, which originally meant a pact or an agreement to stop fighting.
- In Spanish, hacer las paces is the idiomatic way to say 'to make up' after a fight, literally translating to 'making the peaces'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, a common way to sign off a letter or a formal message is Paz y Bien, a phrase heavily associated with the Franciscan order.
Examples in context
- Paz en el mundo.Let there be peace in the world.This sentence shows how to express a wish for paz in the world.Tatoeba #4553966 by swyter, translation #4541428 by Jesse
- Ella habló de paz.She spoke of peace.This sentence demonstrates the use of paz when someone is speaking about the topic.Tatoeba #4522075 by cueyayotl, translation #9365819 by DJ_Saidez
- La paz es posible.Peace is possible.This sentence illustrates a statement regarding the possibility of paz.Tatoeba #13469174 by Seael, translation #12237449 by Miktsoanit
- Espero que encuentre paz en su vida.I hope you find peace in your life.
- Busco la tranquilidad en estos tiempos difíciles.I seek peace in these difficult times.
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Example conversation
Two friends are discussing world news at a cafe.
- LucíaEs difícil mantener la paz hoy en día.It is difficult to maintain peace nowadays.
- MateoTienes razón, Lucía, es una situación complicada.You are right, Lucía, it is a complicated situation.
- LucíaSolo deseo que llegue la paz pronto.I only wish that peace arrives soon.
- MateoYo también espero eso, Lucía.I hope for that too, Lucía.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “peace” translations and entries paz, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries paz, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
