dinginlik

Dinginlik is a Turkish noun meaning calmness, serenity, or tranquility. It can describe both the atmosphere of a place and a person’s mental state when they feel at ease and untroubled.

Etymology: It is formed from the adjective dingin, meaning calm or quiet, with the noun-forming suffix -lik to denote a state or quality. In Turkish usage, dinginlik is closely related to huzur (peace), sükunet (composure), and sessizlik (silence).

Usage: Dinginlik is commonly used in literature, philosophy, journalism, and everyday speech to convey stillness or inner peace. It may describe natural settings, quiet hours in a city, or a temperament. Example: Ormanın dinginliği sabahın hafif ışıklarıyla büyüleyici bir sessizlik sunuyordu. Translation: The forest’s calmness offered a captivating quietness in the morning light.

See also: Huzur, Sükunet, Sessizlik.