Korean Dictionary
How to say "Composed" in Korean
“Composed” in Korean is 침착하다 (pronounced "Chimchakhada").
침착하다
Chimchakhada
Usage & Context
Describes maintaining mental clarity and composure under pressure. Highly valued in Korean professional and emergency contexts. 침착하게 대응하다 (respond composedly) is frequently heard in crisis management and medical situations.
Example Sentence
위기 상황에서도 침착하게 대응했어요.
Even in a crisis, I responded composedly.
How to use 침착하다 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Composed” is 침착하다, romanized as Chimchakhada.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 침착하다.
Pronunciation Guide
침 (chim) sounds like 'chim' in 'chimney'. 착 (chak) is like 'chak' in 'chalk' but with a strong, aspirated 'ch' sound. 하 (ha) is like 'ha' in 'haha', and 다 (da) is like 'da' in 'dad'. Pay attention to the strong 'ch' sound in '착'.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
침착합니다 / 침착해요
Chimchakhmnida / Chimchakhaeyo
침착합니다 is more formal, 침착해요 is standard polite.
Casual (반말)
침착해
Chimchakhae
Used with close friends or those younger than you.
More Example Sentences
Describing someone's calm response in an emergency.
갑작스러운 사고에도 그는 침착하게 상황을 수습했다.
Even in a sudden accident, he composedly handled the situation.
Advice for a job interview.
면접관 앞에서 침착하게 답변하는 것이 중요해요.
It's important to answer composedly in front of the interviewer.
Reassuring someone who is anxious.
침착하게 기다리면 좋은 소식이 올 거예요.
If you wait composedly, good news will come.
Cultural Context
침착하다 (composed) is a highly valued trait in Korean society, especially in professional, leadership, and crisis situations. It signifies maturity, reliability, and the ability to think clearly under pressure. In K-dramas, characters who remain '침착하다' during a chaotic situation are often portrayed as admirable heroes or competent leaders. The adverbial form '침착하게' (composedly) is frequently used in instructions or advice.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
침착하게 대응하다
to respond composedly
침착함을 유지하다
to maintain composure
침착해!
Calm down! / Be composed! (casual command)
Related Expressions
차분하다
Chabunhada
to be calm, serene (synonym, often implies a more peaceful state)
냉정하다
Naengjeonghada
to be cool-headed, dispassionate (synonym, can sometimes imply a lack of emotion)
당황하다
Danghwanghada
to be flustered, bewildered (antonym)
침착성
Chimchakssong
composure, calmness (noun)
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