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可信kěxìntrustworthyHSK 7, unknown, 14 strokes, rank #6219, Very Hard
kěxìn(ke3xin4)ke xin T3
  1. 1trustworthy
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March 24, 2026

可信kěxìn(ke3xin4)

可信 (kěxìn) means 'trustworthy' or 'reliable'. It is commonly used to describe people, information, or sources that can be trusted. The term conveys a sense of dependability and credibility in various contexts, such as personal relationships, professional settings, and information verification.

Strokes14Frequency#6219DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, trust is a fundamental value in both personal and business relationships. The concept of 可信 emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity, which are critical in maintaining social harmony.

Memory tip

Imagine a key (可) that unlocks trust (信). When you see the key, think of someone who is reliable and can be trusted to keep your secrets safe. The character's form visually connects to the idea of access to trust.

Meanings of 可信

kěxìn(ke3xin4)
1trustworthy
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About 可信

可信Simplified
14Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

可信 (kěxìn) vs 可靠 (kěkào) — use 可信 when emphasizing trustworthiness in personal or interpersonal contexts, while 可靠 is more about reliability in terms of performance or functionality.

Usage Notes

Be cautious when using 可信 in formal settings; it may be better to use synonyms like '可靠' (kěkào) in some contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with '可信度' (kěxìn dù), which refers to the degree of trustworthiness. Remember to use the correct tone when pronouncing the word to avoid misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

Although 可信 is not an HSK word, it connects well with HSK 3 and 4 vocabulary related to trust and reliability, such as '相信' (xiāngxìn, to believe) and '可靠' (kěkào, reliable). Focus on using 可信 in sentences to express trust.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 可信 with 可靠, using them interchangeably. For instance, saying '这个人不可信' instead of '这个人不可靠' can be inappropriate in more formal contexts. Always consider the context and choose the term that fits best.

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Component Characters

可kěcan
HSK 35 strokes口
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信xìnletter
HSK 39 strokes亻
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How to say trustworthy in Chinese

“trustworthy” in Chinese is可信kěxìn

可信 (kěxìn) means 'trustworthy' or 'reliable'. It is commonly used to describe people, information, or sources that can be trusted. The term conveys a sense of dependability and credibility in various contexts, such as personal relationships, professional settings, and information verification.

When to use 可信

Be cautious when using 可信 in formal settings; it may be better to use synonyms like '可靠' (kěkào) in some contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with '可信度' (kěxìn dù), which refers to the degree of trustworthiness. Remember to use the correct tone when pronouncing the word to avoid misunderstandings.

可信 or something close to it

可信 (kěxìn) vs 可靠 (kěkào) — use 可信 when emphasizing trustworthiness in personal or interpersonal contexts, while 可靠 is more about reliability in terms of performance or functionality.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 可信 with 可靠, using them interchangeably. For instance, saying '这个人不可信' instead of '这个人不可靠' can be inappropriate in more formal contexts. Always consider the context and choose the term that fits best.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 可信

You can say, '他是一个可信的人' (Tā shì yīgè kěxìn de rén), meaning 'He is a trustworthy person.'

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