phlegmatic person
[/fləɡˈmætɪk ˈpɜːrsən/]
noun phrasepl: phlegmatic people / phlegmatic persons
pessoa fleumática
1. A person who is calm, composed, and not easily excited or emotionally responsive; someone with a slow, unemotional temperament
Despite the chaos around him, John remained a phlegmatic person, never raising his voice or showing frustration.
Apesar do caos ao seu redor, João permaneceu uma pessoa fleumática, nunca levantando a voz ou mostrando frustração.
2. An individual characterized by apathy, sluggishness, or indifference to events and emotions
The phlegmatic person in our group seemed unaffected by the exciting news.
A pessoa fleumática do nosso grupo parecia indiferente à notícia emocionante.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, a phlegmatic person is often admired for their ability to remain calm under pressure, though they may sometimes be perceived as unmotivated or emotionally distant. The term has classical roots in the four humors theory of temperament (phlegm), making it more formal and literary than everyday speech. In Brazil, such individuals might be casually described as 'tranquilo' (laid-back), while Americans might call them 'chill.'
NYC Slang
chill person, laid-back dude, poker face
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