Nonchalamment (en. Nonchalantly)

/nɔ̃.ʃa.la.mã/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Indicates a detached and indifferent attitude.
He responded nonchalantly to the difficult question.
Il a répondu nonchalamment à la question difficile.
Expresses a way of acting without urgency.
She nonchalantly settled down on the couch.
Elle s'est nonchalamment installée sur le canapé.
Used to describe an attitude that shows no worry.
He took the news nonchalantly, as if nothing had happened.
Il a pris la nouvelle nonchalamment, comme si de rien n'était.

Etymology

Derived from 'nonchalance', from Latin 'nonchalantia'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

respond nonchalantly
Responding without showing interest or concern.
répondre nonchalamment
act nonchalantly
Acting in a relaxed and unconcerned manner.
agir nonchalament
look nonchalantly
Looking without caring about the consequences.
regarder nonchalamment

Related Words

nonchalance
Attitude of detachment, lack of enthusiasm.
nonchalance
nonchalant
Who shows nonchalance.
nonchalant
unconcern
Attitude of indifference, unconcern.
désinvolture

Slang Meanings

To be relaxed in a serious situation.
He approached his exam nonchalantly, as if it weren't important.
Il a pris son examen nonchalamment, comme si ce n'était pas important.
To show a lack of concern regarding responsibilities.
She handled the crisis nonchalantly, without stress.
Elle a géré la crise nonchalamment, sans stress.