adjective / adverb HSK 5
Traditional 從容
calm · unhurried · leisurely · composed
Meaning
从容 describes a state of being calm, relaxed, and unhurried, especially when facing pressure or difficulty. It conveys both physical ease and mental composure, suggesting someone who has enough time and presence of mind to handle situations gracefully without panic or rushing.
Usage
从容 is often used in written Chinese and formal speech to describe someone's demeanor or manner of doing things. It frequently appears with verbs like 应对 (to respond to), 面对 (to face), or as an adverbial modifier. The word carries positive connotations of maturity and self-control.
Examples
- 01她从容地回答了所有面试官的问题。.She calmly answered all the interviewer's questions.
- 02即使时间紧迫，他依然从容不迫地完成了任务。, .Even though time was tight, he still completed the task in an unhurried manner.
Characters
Common collocations
- 从容不迫calm and unhurried (idiom)
- 从容应对to respond calmly
- 从容面对to face calmly
- 态度从容calm attitude
Antonyms
Origin
The character 容 originally meant 'appearance' or 'countenance,' and came to mean calm or composed. Combined with 从, the word suggests having a relaxed, unforced appearance or manner.