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How to Say "I'm at peace" in Spanish
Expresses a deep sense of calm and inner tranquility, beyond just being okay.
Estoy en paz
ehs-TOY ehn PAHZneutral
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Use this when you feel a profound sense of calm, perhaps after resolving a conflict or achieving a personal goal. It's more than just 'I'm fine'; it's about inner harmony.
Alternatives
- Me siento en pazSlightly more emphasis on the feeling itself.
- Estoy tranquilo/aMore common for general calmness or lack of worry.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'paz' with 'pace'
'Paz' means peace; 'pace' is not a Spanish word in this context.
Using 'ser' instead of 'estar'
Feelings and states of being, like peace, use 'estar'.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between 'estoy en paz' and 'estoy tranquilo'?
'Estoy en paz' implies a deeper, more profound inner peace. 'Estoy tranquilo' is more about being calm or not worried about something specific.
Can I use 'estar en paz' for a place?
No, 'estar en paz' is specifically for a person's inner state. For a place, you might say 'el lugar es pacífico' (the place is peaceful).
How do I say 'I'm at peace with myself'?
You can say 'Estoy en paz conmigo mismo' (if you're male) or 'Estoy en paz conmigo misma' (if you're female).
