sung1 jung4 bat1 bik1從容不迫从容不迫
Jyutpingsung1 jung4 bat1 bik1
Yalesūng yùhng bāt bīk
Definition
Cool, calm, and collected; unhurried and composed.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a sense of poise and deliberate pacing that distinguishes it from simply being calm. It is often used to praise someone who handles high pressure situations without losing their composure or rushing through tasks. While it is a four character idiom, it fits naturally into spoken Cantonese sentences when describing a person's demeanor or work style.
Examples
He remains calm and collected when facing pressure.
Related words
Common phrases
to appear calm and collected
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a verb meaning to relax, but it is strictly an adjective describing a state of being. It cannot be used as an imperative command like "relax" or "calm down" without adding a particle or auxiliary verb to make it function as a description of how someone should act.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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