beruhigend
Translation
calming, soothing, reassuring
Examples
Ihre Stimme hat eine beruhigende Wirkung.
Her voice has a calming effect.
Es ist beruhigend zu wissen, dass du da bist.
It's reassuring to know that you're there.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) a calming ... to have a calming effect
((as a predicative)) ... is calming The music is calming.
Similar Words
Synonyms: besänftigend, entspannend; Antonyms: beunruhigend, aufregend
Etymology
Present participle of the verb 'beruhigen' (to calm). Composed of the prefix 'be-' (to make) + the adjective 'ruhig' (calm).
Memory Tips
Think of 'be-ruhig-end' as 'making something calm'. Picture a calming scene, like a quiet lake, to remember its meaning.