calmada

Calmada is the feminine singular past participle of the Spanish verb calmar. As an adjective, it describes a feminine noun that has been brought to a state of calm or that displays calmness. It contrasts with calmado, the masculine form, and with calma, the noun meaning calm or quiet.

Usage notes: Calmada is used to modify feminine nouns to indicate an achieved or maintained calm state. Examples include "una playa calmada" (a calm beach) and "una mente calmada" (a calm mind). In broader terms of state, Spanish also uses the invariable expression "en calma" to describe a general sense of calmness, though this phrase does not employ the participle.

Etymology: Calmada is derived from the verb calmar, which means to soothe, pacify, or quiet. The verb traces its development through Romance languages from earlier Latin forms, with calmar forming the basis for the participle calmada.

See also: calmar, calma, calmado, en calma.