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Peace; the state of being free from war, violence, or conflict; harmony and tranquility
세계는 평화와 평등을 위해 노력해야 합니다.
The world must strive for peace and equality.
평화로운 분위기 속에서 대화가 이어졌다.
The conversation continued in a peaceful atmosphere.
Often used in political, social, and international contexts to describe the absence of conflict.
In formal settings, '평화' often refers to international or political peace, while in everyday speech, it can describe personal tranquility.
Do not use '평화' to describe mere silence or quiet; it specifically implies freedom from conflict or harmony.
Derived from the Sino-Korean word '平和' (平: flat, level; 和: harmony, peace), emphasizing balance and harmony.
Can refer to both the absence of conflict (international peace) and a state of inner calm (personal peace).