gelassen
composed · calm
Beschreibt eine Person, die ruhig bleibt und sich nicht leicht aus der Fassung bringen lässt.
The German word "gelassen" is an adjective meaning "calm," "composed," or "serene."
It comes from the verb "lassen" (to let or allow), with the prefix or form suggesting a state of having let go or being relaxed.
Similar words:
- ruhig (quiet, calm)
- entspannt (relaxed)
- still (still, calm)
Differences:
- gelassen implies an inner tranquility and acceptance, often in stressful situations.
- ruhig is a general calmness or quietness, which can be external or internal.
- entspannt highlights physical or mental relaxation, often after stress.
- still emphasizes silence or absence of noise rather than emotional state.
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Examples
Er bleibt in der Situation sehr gelassen.adjective
He remains very composed in the situation.
In schwierigen Zeiten muss man oft gelassen bleiben.adjective
In difficult times, one must often remain calm.
Kinder bleiben manchmal ganz gelassen.adjective
Children sometimes remain completely calm.
Menschen reagieren oft gelassen, wenn sie viel Erfahrung haben.adjective
People often react calmly when they have a lot of experience.
Manche Menschen wirken in stressigen Situationen ganz gelassen.adjective
Some people seem quite calm in stressful situations.
Viele Leute reagieren in schwierigen Situationen gelassen.adjective
Many people react calmly in difficult situations.
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