English–German

“composure” in German

German

AlsoGelassenheit

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfasʊŋ/

Example

Er verlor die Fassung.

He lost his composure.

Illustration for Fassung (composure)

How to say “composure” in German

“Composure” in German is Fassung.

A calm mind holds its balance instead of breaking into confused reactions.

Full entry for Fassung: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Fassung

Nach dem Schock fand sie langsam wieder Fassung.

After the shock, she slowly regained her composure.

Tips for using Fassung

  • The fixed phrases die Fassung verlieren and die Fassung bewahren mean losing and keeping composure, respectively.

Other German words for “composure”

Er bewahrt in Stresssituationen seine Gelassenheit.

He maintains his composure in stressful situations.

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