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quiet, calm, gentle, soft-spoken
Describes someone who is naturally quiet, gentle, and unassuming in manner. Suggests a calm temperament without being cold or withdrawn.
物静かな人
a quiet, gentle person
Adjective type: Na-adjective. Uses な before nouns: 物静かな性格.
Formation: 物 (things, manner) + 静か (quiet)
Nuance: 物静か describes a gentle, unobtrusive personality. It's a positive quality suggesting refinement and inner calm, not shyness or coldness. Often used approvingly for people with a calming presence.