Example: Después de la discusión, él se quedó tan ancho sin preocuparse.
Definition
"Quedarse tan ancho" is a Spanish expression meaning to remain completely at ease or unconcerned, especially after a situation that might normally cause worry or embarrassment. For example, after a disagreement, someone might stay relaxed and unaffected, as in the phrase.
Translations
to remain unfazed
onaangedaan blijven
quedar-se tan ample
rester impassible
völlig unbeeindruckt bleiben
Etymology
The expression "quedarse tan ancho" literally translates to 'to stay so wide' or 'so broad,' implying a sense of taking up space confidently and without shame. It originates from colloquial Spanish, where 'ancho' (wide) conveys a feeling of comfort and self-assurance. Did you know? This phrase humorously suggests someone is so comfortable they metaphorically spread out without worry.
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"Quedarse tan ancho" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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to remain unfazed