vertrauen
trust
Das bedeutet, an die Ehrlichkeit oder Zuverlässigkeit von jemandem oder etwas zu glauben und sich darauf zu verlassen.
The German word "vertragen" is a verb that means "to trust" or "to rely on". It is not made of separate elements but is a standalone term. The root "trauen" means "to dare" or "to believe", indicating confidence or reliance.
Similar words include "glauben" (to believe), "zählen auf" (to count on), and "überlassen" (to entrust).
The difference between "vertrauen" and these similar words lies in the nuance. "Vertrauen" emphasizes a deeper emotional and relational aspect of trust, suggesting loyalty and faith in someone's integrity. "Glauben" is more about belief in ideas, while "zählen auf" implies a practical reliance on someone for help. "Überlassen" suggests entrusting something to someone, but it doesn’t necessarily carry the same sense of emotional trust.
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Examples
Wir vertrauen dem Lehrer.verb
We trust the teacher.
Sie vertrauen ihm blind.verb
They trust him blindly.
Sie vertrauen auf ihre eigene Stärke.verb
They trust in their own strength.
Wir vertrauen dir vollkommen.verb
We trust you completely.
Du kannst mir vertrauen.verb
You can trust me
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