"Silent" vs. "quiet": comparing subtle shades of calm
Reviewed and edited by
Anwar Kareem 02/11/2024, 10:04
English.me team member

What is similar?
Both words relate to low noise or lack of sound.
What is different?
Silent implies complete absence of sound, while quiet indicates a low level of noise, not necessarily absence.
Which one is more common?

Examples of usage
Silent- The room was silent after the announcement.
- She remained silent during the entire meeting.
- Please keep the noise down and be quiet.
- The neighborhood is very quiet at night.