How to Say "Serenity" in Korean

평온

pyeong'on[pʰjʌ̹ŋo̞n]

Serenity in Korean is 평온 (pyeong'on).

The noun 평온 refers to a lack of agitation and captures the peaceful and tranquil state associated with serenity.

Meaning: lack of agitation (noun)

Which one should you use?

While 평온 implies a calm, steady state of peace, the word 고요 is often used specifically to describe a serene silence or stillness in the environment.

The romanization is [pyeong'on].

While 평온 describes an internal or situational state, the word 안녕 (often translated as 'hello') is etymologically rooted in the same concept of being free from disturbance or trouble.
In Korean calligraphy, the pursuit of 'serenity' and 'balance' is a central theme, often reflected in the controlled strokes that represent the 'levelness' of the character 平.
In Korean culture, a 'serene' face is often described using the word 온화, which specifically implies a warmth that radiates from a peaceful person.

평온함을 유지하는 것은 중요합니다.
Maintaining serenity is important.
너는 항상 차분한 모습으로 평화를 유지해.
You always maintain peace with a calm demeanor.
나는 매일 평안한 마음으로 살고 싶어.
I want to live with a serene heart every day.
이곳은 평온이 느껴지는 곳이에요.
igoseun pyeongoni neukkyeojineun gosieyo.
This is a place where one can feel serenity.
호수의 평온한 분위기가 좋아요.
hosuui pyeongonhan bunwigiga joayo.
I like the serene atmosphere of the lake.
그의 얼굴에는 평온이 가득했어요.
geuui eolguneun pyeongoni gadeukhaesseoyo.
His face was full of serenity.

Minjun and Subin are sitting in a quiet park.

민준 Min-jun

공원이 정말 평온하네요.
gongwoni jeongmal pyeongonhaneyo.
The park is truly serene.
수빈 Su-bin

맞아요, 정말 조용해서 좋아요.
majayo, jeongmal joyonghaeseo joayo.
That's right, I like it because it is so quiet.
민준 Min-jun

수빈 씨도 평온함을 느끼나요?
subin ssido pyeongonhameul neukkinayo?
Do you feel the serenity too, Subin?
수빈 Su-bin

네, 마음이 아주 편해졌어요.
ne, maeumi aju pyeonhaejyeosseoyo.
Yes, my mind has become very peaceful.

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