noun
das Selbstvertrauen
self-confidence
Das Gefühl, an sich zu glauben und zu denken, dass man etwas gut schaffen kann.
The German word "Selbstvertrauen" is a noun made up of two words:
- Selbst: self
- Vertrauen: trust or confidence
Meaning: "Selbstvertrauen" means self-confidence, the trust or belief in one's own abilities.
Similar words include:
- Selbstbewusstsein (self-awareness, self-confidence)
- Selbstsicherheit (self-assurance, confidence)
Differences:
- Selbstvertrauen focuses on inner belief in one’s abilities.
- Selbstbewusstsein includes awareness of oneself and can imply confidence but also self-consciousness.
- Selbstsicherheit emphasizes outward assuredness or calm confidence in behavior.
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Examples
Du brauchst mehr Selbstvertrauen.noun
You need more self-confidence.
Selbstvertrauen ist sehr wichtig für den Erfolg.noun
Self-confidence is very important for success.
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