As a Noun: 1. A state or condition in which there is little or no noise or activity. English = quiet, silence. 2. The situation in which you are not being disturbed and you are in calm, quiet surroundings. English = peace. 3. The situation in which there is no war or conflict between countries. English = peace. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To make only a small amount of noise. English = (be) quiet. 2. To become less noisy, less active, and more calm. English = quieten down. 3. To make a person, animal or thing become less noisy, less active and more calm. English = quieten.