Persoonlijkheid - Sterk en Zelfverzekerd

Verken Engelse uitdrukkingen die verband houden met sterk en zelfverzekerd zijn met voorbeelden zoals "zenuwen van staal" en "de maag hebben voor".

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out of {one's} shell [Zinsdeel]

used to refer to someone who has become more comfortable or confident in conversing with people

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to [have] the stomach for {sth} [Zinsdeel]

to be determined or courageous enough to do something dangerous or risky

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to [have] the heart [Zinsdeel]

to have the necessary will, courage, etc. to get something done

Ex: Despite her fear of heights , she had the heart to climb the mountain and conquer her phobia .

to [have] the (guts|nerve|spine) [Zinsdeel]

to have the necessary conviction or be brave enough to get something done

Ex: I do n't think I have the guts to go bungee jumping ; it 's too scary for me .

willing horse [Zinsdeel]

an individual who is willing and ready to work

Ex: Jane was a willing horse for the school fundraiser , baking dozens of cookies without being asked .

eager beaver [zelfstandig naamwoord]

harde werker

Ex: John is an eager beaver when it comes to academics .

John is een harde werker als het op academische zaken aankomt. Hij steekt altijd zijn vinger op in de klas, neemt deel aan buitenschoolse activiteiten en behaalt consequent de hoogste cijfers.

(as|) keen as mustard [Zinsdeel]

used to refer to a person with a very high level of enthusiasm

Ex: I 've never seen anyone as keen as mustard about hiking as Jane .

(as|) (hard|tough) as nails [Zinsdeel]

a tough person who is not easily affected by emotions

Ex: The boxer 's training regimen was intense , making him hard as nails in the ring .

to [have] broad shoulders [Zinsdeel]

to be competent enough to handle a variety of responsibilities or demanding tasks

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to [stand] on {one's} own (two|) feet [Zinsdeel]

to be able to take care of oneself without needing any assistance from others

Ex: She wants to stand on her own feet without relying on her family .

lone wolf [zelfstandig naamwoord]

eenzame wolf

Ex: John has always been a bit of a lone wolf , preferring to work on projects by himself rather than in a team .

John is altijd een beetje een eenzame wolf geweest, die liever aan projecten alleen werkt dan in een team.

free spirit [zelfstandig naamwoord]

vrije geest

Ex: Alex is known as a free spirit in the workplace .

Alex staat bekend als een vrije geest op de werkplek. Ze gedijen bij autonomie en genieten ervan om frisse, innovatieve ideeën naar voren te brengen.

nerves of steel [Zinsdeel]

one's ability to remain calm in the face of danger or difficulties

Ex: Despite the intense pressure , the goalkeeper showed nerves of steel , saving multiple penalty shots during the high-stakes soccer match .

a man among men [Zinsdeel]

a male individual who is exceptional or noteworthy when compared with other men

Ex: As a captain , James led his troops fearlessly into battle , earning the reputation of a man among men on the battlefield .

(as|) patient as Job [Zinsdeel]

used to describe someone who is extremely calm and tolerant

Ex: Despite facing numerous setbacks in his career , John remained patient as Job , never losing hope and continuing to work diligently towards his goals .

lean and mean [Zinsdeel]

used to describe someone who is ready and willing to try their best in order to get something done

Ex: Our company has implemented a lean and mean approach to operations , eliminating unnecessary processes and focusing on efficiency .

(as|) bold as brass [Zinsdeel]

used to describe a person who is annoyingly confident

Ex: The young artist showcased her work , bold as brass , unapologetically challenging traditional norms .

(as|) cool as a cucumber [Zinsdeel]

used to describe someone who is not worried at all in challenging or stressful situations

Ex: Even though the situation was chaotic , she remained cool as a cucumber , calmly directing everyone and finding a solution .

(as|) calm as a toad in the sun [Zinsdeel]

used to describe a person who manages to stay calm in the most intense situations

Ex: After the busy work week , I felt calm as a toad in the sun sleeping in on Saturday morning .

(as|) tough as (old|) boots [Zinsdeel]

(of a person) not easily broken, weakened, or defeated

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(as|) stubborn as a mule [Zinsdeel]

used to describe someone who refuses to change their opinion or chosen course of action

Ex: Despite the advice from experts, he insisted on doing things his own way, proving to be stubborn as mules in accepting any guidance.

tough cookie [zelfstandig naamwoord]

een taaie cookie

Ex: Despite facing numerous hardships in life, she remains optimistic and determined. She's one tough cookie.

Ondanks dat ze veel moeilijkheden in het leven tegenkomt, blijft ze optimistisch en vastberaden. Ze is een taai koekje.

Persoonlijkheid
Onaangename eigenschappen	Onaantrekkelijke kenmerken	Pretentious	Talkative
Unintelligent	Bekwaam & Slim	Sterk en Zelfverzekerd	Honest
Nice	Levendig en energiek	Trots & Arrogant	Zinloos of Onhandig