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"Restful" is an adjective which is often translated as "tranquilo", and "comfortable" is an adjective which is often translated as "cómodo". Learn more about the difference between "restful" and "comfortable" below.
restful(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (relaxing)
a. tranquilo
After weeks of traveling, I am looking forward to a restful night in my own bed.Después de semanas de viajar, tengo muchas ganas de una noche tranquila en mi propia cama.
b. reposado
Charlotte enjoyed several hours of restful contemplation in the rose garden.Charlotte disfrutó de varias horas de contemplación reposada en el jardín de rosas.
comfortable(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
a. cómodo
I like your friends. I feel comfortable with them.Me caen bien tus amigos. Me siento cómoda con ellos.
b. a gusto
I feel very comfortable in this café. It's so cozy.Me siento muy a gusto en este café. Es tan acogedor.
c. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
I don't really feel comfortable lying for you.En realidad no me siento bien mintiendo por ti.
I'm not entirely comfortable with the decision.No estoy muy a gusto con la decisión.
a. desahogado
Ever since he won the lottery, he has had a very comfortable lifestyle.Desde que ganó la lotería, lleva una vida muy desahogada.
