This is the 1112th most frequent French word.
calme
"Calme" means "calm" or "peaceful" in English.
Here, 'calme' is used as an adjective describing the state of the lake, indicating peacefulness or absence of disturbance.
Le lac est calme ce matin.
The lake is calm this morning.
In this sentence, 'calme' is used as a noun referring to a state of psychological peace or tranquility that she is striving to sustain.
Elle cherche à maintenir son calme en situation difficile.
She seeks to maintain her calm in a difficult situation.
Here, 'calme' is used as an adjective describing the manner of speaking, implying that their speech is peaceful and mild.