OTTO-RI おっとり
Meanings
A calm and serene demeanor that makes one think that one’s personality, attitude, and tone of voice are slowing down.
Examples
・The younger sister is calm, unlike her impatient brother.
妹はせっかちな兄と違い、おっとりした性格だ。
・The teacher speaks in a calm manner, perhaps because of his roots in an old family.
先生は、旧家にルーツがあるせいか、おっとりした話し方をする。
・That person appears to be a softy, but is actually a good negotiator.
あの人は、おっとりしているように見えて、実は交渉上手だ。
Dogmatic Opinion
“Ottori” seems to be an inborn disposition or a temperament acquired due to the environment in which they were raised.
It is difficult to learn later.
It is not a compliment. But it is not a bad word either.
However, the expression “Ottori” contains a bit of irritation and concern for those around them.
Proximate Expression
calm
sluggish
easygoing
