Ruhig is the corresponding adjective to the German noun die Ruhe, which itself has its origins in the Germanic rowo. Relatives of rowo can be found in pretty much all other Germanic languages … except English. For some reason all English words forRuhe come from Latin… silence, quietness, peace, tranquility, calmness… even rest can be explained via Latin.
Here some examples with ruhig as quiet.
- Sei ruhig!
- Ich gehe in ein ruhiges Café.
- Thomas ist im Kurs immer sehr ruhig.
Return to Home