Definition
坦然 describes being calm and unperturbed because of a clear conscience or frankness — you are at ease with your actions or words, often when admitting faults or facing criticism. This differs from 镇定/镇静 (keeping cool in a crisis) and 沉着 (steady composure under pressure). 冷静 is more about a cool-headed, unemotional state.
adjective
calmcomposedunperturbed
Examples
- ，坦然。Miànduì pīpíng, tā tǎn rán jiēshòu.He calmly accepted the criticism.
- 坦然。Tā tǎn rán de chéngrèn le zìjǐ de bùzú.She frankly admitted her shortcomings.
- ，坦然。Wúlùn jiéguǒ rúhé, tā dōu néng tǎn rán miànduì.No matter the outcome, he can face it calmly.
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