Besonnenheit

composure, level-headedness

noun be-ZON-en-hite Rare

Also means

prudence, deliberateness

Usage Note

Besonnenheit is the quality of remaining calm, clear-headed, and measured in one's judgement, especially under pressure. It is considered a virtue — in aller Besonnenheit handeln (to act with full composure).

Examples

"In der Krise bewies sie große Besonnenheit."

Natural Translation

She showed great composure during the crisis.

Literal Translation

In the crisis proved she great composure.

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