坦然

• Pinyin: tǎn rán
• Desglose de hanzi: 坦 = 土 (earth) + 旦 (dawn); 然 = 肰 (dog meat) + 灬 (fire) — a suffix meaning 'thus'

Significado

Sereno e imperturbable; con calma.

Describes a state of mind where one faces circumstances — especially difficult or embarrassing ones — with composure and without defensiveness. Often used admiringly for those who handle adversity gracefully.

Ejemplos

1. 他坦然承认了自己的错误，并表示愿意承担一切后果。
2. 面对质疑，她坦然一笑，没有做任何辩解。
3. 人生起落本是常态，坦然接受才能活得自在。

Guía de uso

Contexto: psychological, philosophical, narrative

Tono: admiring

Correcto

• 他坦然面对困境。(He faced the difficulties with composure.)
• 坦然接受结果吧。(Accept the outcome with peace of mind.)

Incorrecto

• 用'坦然'形容麻木或不在乎 (坦然 implies grace and composure, not indifference or numbness)

Origen e historia

坦 means open or level, 然 is a suffix meaning 'in such a manner.' Together: in an open, composed manner.

Contexto cultural

Generación: All ages

Contexto social: Universal