be unflustered

[bi ʌnˈflʌstərd]
verb phrase
estar imperturbável; manter a calma; não se desconsertar
1. to remain calm, composed, and unaffected by stress, confusion, or disturbance
Despite the chaos in the office, she remained unflustered and continued working on her project.
Apesar do caos no escritório, ela permaneceu imperturbável e continuou trabalhando em seu projeto.
2. to show no signs of embarrassment, worry, or agitation in a difficult situation
The experienced pilot was unflustered when the engine warning light came on.
O piloto experiente não se desconfortou quando a luz de aviso do motor acendeu.
In Brazilian culture, the ability to remain unflustered is highly valued, particularly in professional and social contexts where displaying composure is seen as a sign of maturity and competence. Americans similarly admire this trait as emblematic of professionalism and emotional intelligence.
NYC Slang
keep it cool; stay chill; don't sweat it
Synonyms / Sinônimos
remain calmstay composedkeep one's coolbe unruffledbe unbotheredmaintain composure
Antonyms / Antônimos
be flusteredbe agitatedbe confusedlose one's coolbe disconcertedbe rattled

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estar imperturbável; manter a calma
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
não se desconsertar; ficar tranquilo
More colloquial usage
São Paulo
estar tranquilo; não se abalar
Professional/business context
Portugal
manter-se sereno; não se perturbar
Slightly more formal usage

Related Words

composurepoiseserenityequanimityunflappabletranquil

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep a stiff upper lip
not bat an eye
stay cool as a cucumber
keep one's head
not turn a hair
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