German Conversation · Level 85
59 words
German word
gefasst
Pronunciation
IPA/gəˈfast/
Meaning
- adjectivecalm
Example
Trotz der Aufregung blieb die Sprecherin gefasst.
Despite the commotion, the speaker remained calm.
More examples
Vor der Rede wirkte er gefasst und konzentriert.
Before the speech, he appeared composed and focused.
Core concept
Someone standing steady because the next difficulty has already been mentally taken in hand.
Common phrases
auf schwierige Situationen gefasst reagieren
react calmly to difficult situations
in Stresssituationen gefasst bleiben
stay composed in stressful situations
Similar words
gelassen: Relaxed and even-tempered despite surrounding tension.
entschlossen: Resolved to act with a clear and unwavering purpose.
ruhig: Calm and controlled rather than loud or agitated.
Definition in German
in schwierigen Situationen ruhig und kontrolliert handeln; innerlich vorbereitet und entschlossen sein
Word origin
The adjective comes from the past participle of fassen, so its ideas of composure and readiness retain the image of having something firmly in hand.
Usage tips
- In auf etwas gefasst sein, auf takes the accusative, as in auf Schwierigkeiten gefasst sein.