Also means
restraint of emotions
Usage Note
Beherrschtheit denotes the ability to keep one's emotions and impulses under control, especially in stressful situations. The related adjective beherrscht is also common; contrasts with Impulsivität (impulsiveness).
Examples
"Seine Beherrschtheit in der Diskussion beeindruckte alle Anwesenden."
Natural Translation
His composure in the discussion impressed everyone present.
Literal Translation
His composure in the discussion impressed all those-present.
Related Words
- Abgeklärtheit serenity, mature composure, detached calm
- Anmaßung presumption, arrogance, overstepping
- Aufgeschlossenheit open-mindedness, receptiveness
- Bedachtheit deliberateness, thoughtful care, circumspection
- Begeisterungsfähigkeit capacity for enthusiasm
- Beharrungsvermögen tenacity, perseverance
- Beharrungswille persistence, determination to persist
- Beständigkeit constancy, steadiness, consistency
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