Chinese
lěngjìng
Meaning: calm; cool-headed; composed
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

遇到緊急情況時,保持冷靜非常重要。
遇到紧急情况时,保持冷静非常重要。
It is very important to stay calm when encountering an emergency.
他處事冷靜,從不慌張。
He handles matters calmly and never panics.
遇到困難時,我們應該冷靜應對。
When encountering difficulties, we should respond calmly.
遇到困難時,我們應該冷靜應對。
We should respond calmly when encountering difficulties.
做事不能太衝動,要冷靜思考。
You shouldn't be too impulsive; you need to think calmly.

Usage Notes

Used to describe a state of being level-headed and not being swayed by emotions, especially in stressful situations.

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