tranquillité d'esprit
/tʁɑ̃.ki.li.te d‿ɛs.pʁi/feminine
Peace of mind in French is tranquillité d'esprit.
The phrase is used to describe the absence of mental stress.
Meaning: absence of mental stress (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of tranquillité (tranquility) and d'esprit (of spirit/mind).
Which one should you use?
While paix de l'esprit is sometimes used, tranquillité d'esprit is the more natural and idiomatic way to express the absence of mental stress.
How does it change in a sentence?
The term tranquillité d'esprit is feminine.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /tʁɑ̃.ki.li.te d‿ɛs.pʁi/. It has 5 syllables.
Did you know?
- In French, the phrase avoir l'esprit tranquille is the common way to say you have a clear conscience after doing the right thing.
- The word esprit is so flexible that it can refer to a person's mind, their sense of humor, or even a ghost.
- In more romantic or emotional situations, French speakers shift the focus from the mind to the heart by using la paix du cœur.
Examples in context
- J'ai retrouvé la tranquillité d'esprit après avoir terminé toutes mes tâches.I regained my peace of mind after completing all my tasks.
- Je pratique la méditation pour atteindre le calme intérieur.I practice meditation to achieve peace of mind.
- Rien ne peut perturber ma sérénité quand je suis en pleine nature.Nothing can disturb my peace of mind when I am in nature.
- Je suis content d'avoir l'esprit en paix après cette conversation.I am glad to have peace of mind after that conversation.
- Cette assurance m'apporte une grande tranquillité d'esprit.This insurance brings me great peace of mind.
- Le silence de la forêt offre une tranquillité d'esprit.The silence of the forest offers peace of mind.
- Je cherche simplement la tranquillité d'esprit en ce moment.I am simply seeking peace of mind right now.
Example conversation
Gabriel and Manon are discussing their vacation plans in a cafe.
- GabrielJe veux partir loin pour retrouver ma tranquillité d'esprit.I want to go far away to find my peace of mind.
- ManonTu as raison, Gabriel, une pause est nécessaire.You are right, Gabriel, a break is necessary.
- GabrielEst-ce que tu m'accompagnes pour ce voyage ?Will you come with me on this trip?
- ManonAvec plaisir, j'en ai aussi besoin.With pleasure, I need it too.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “peace of mind” translations and entries tranquillité d'esprit, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
