落ち着いた

おちついた
Alternative writings: 落ちついた
Frequency:
1

Calm and composed; not easily flustered; having a steady demeanor.

Noun or Verb Acting Prenominally

Examples

彼女は落ち着いた態度で質問に答えた。

She answered the questions with a calm demeanour.

面接では落ち着いた声で話すと印象が良い。

In interviews, speaking in a calm voice makes a good impression.

地震のときも彼は落ち着いた行動を取った。

Even during the earthquake he acted calmly.

2

Settled; stable; having an established or steady condition (e.g., life, situation).

Noun or Verb Acting Prenominally

Examples

新しい仕事は給料も安定していて、生活が落ち着いた。

The new job pays steadily, and my life has settled down.

家族が増えてから気持ちが落ち着いた。

Since the family grew, I feel more settled.

工事が終わり街の雰囲気が落ち着いた。

After the construction finished, the town's atmosphere became more settled.

3

Subdued; low-key (color, design); quiet and not showy.

Noun or Verb Acting Prenominally

Examples

今日は落ち着いた色の服を着て行く。

I'll wear a subdued-coloured outfit today.

落ち着いたトーンの部屋に家具を揃えた。

I furnished the room in subdued tones.

表紙は落ち着いたデザインで、年配の人にも好評だった。

The cover had a subdued design and was well received by older people.

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