sereno

calm; serene

adjective seh-REH-noh Less Common

Origin: Latin serenus (clear, fair)

Also means

clear (of sky)

Usage Note

Sereno describes both a calm state of mind (una persona serena — a calm person) and clear weather (cielo sereno — clear sky). The noun serenità (serenity) is derived from it. In weather forecasts sereno means 'clear/sunny.' Do not confuse with serioso (overly serious). The four forms follow standard -o/-a/-i/-e pattern.

Examples

"Oggi il cielo è completamente sereno."

Natural Translation

Today the sky is completely clear.

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