lam4 ngai4 bat1 lyun6臨危不亂临危不乱
Jyutpinglam4 ngai4 bat1 lyun6
Yalelàhm ngàih bāt lyuhn
Definition
Unruffled, calm, and composed in the face of danger.
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How it's used
Used primarily to praise someone for their composure during high pressure situations or sudden crises. It carries a sense of admiration for mental fortitude and emotional stability. While it is a four character idiom, it fits naturally into spoken sentences without sounding overly formal or archaic.
Examples
He remained unruffled when encountering an emergency, which is very impressive.
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Grammar guides
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