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Is the word tranquilas the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "tranquilas" is identical in spelling, grammar, and core meaning in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only significant difference is pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, the vowels are generally more "open" and articulated, making the syllables sound distinct and melodic. In Continental Portuguese, unstressed vowels are often "reduced" or "closed," meaning the "a" sounds may be much shorter or more muffled, giving the word a more clipped, rhythmic sound.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

  1. As ruas estão muito tranquilas hoje. (The streets are very calm today.)
  2. Minhas férias foram super tranquilas. (My vacations were super relaxed.)
  3. As crianças estão tranquilas agora. (The children are calm now.)
  4. Essas músicas são bem tranquilas de ouvir. (These songs are very easy/relaxing to listen to.)
  5. As respostas foram tranquilas. (The answers were easy/no problem.)

Continental Portuguese Examples

  1. As ruas estão muito calmas hoje. (The streets are very calm today.)
  2. As minhas férias foram muito sossegadas. (My holidays were very peaceful.)
  3. As crianças estão calmas agora. (The children are calm now.)
  4. Estas músicas são bastante agradáveis de ouvir. (These songs are quite pleasant to listen to.)
  5. As respostas foram fáceis. (The answers were easy.)