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相信 (xiāngxìn) — use 信赖 (xìnlài) when emphasizing a deeper, more personal trust, while 相信 (xiāngxìn) can imply a more general belief or acceptance.
Be mindful of the context; 信赖 is more formal than simply saying 'trust' (信任). It is commonly used in written language, such as in business or academic settings. Common collocations include '相互信赖' (mutual trust) and '信赖关系' (trust relationship).
As an HSK 6 word, 信赖 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to trust and relationships, such as 信任 (xìn rèn, to trust) and 依赖 (yī lài, to depend on). Students should focus on the nuances between these terms and practice using them in different contexts.
Learners often confuse 信赖 with 依赖 (yī lài), which means 'to depend on' rather than to trust. For example, saying '我信赖他依赖我' (I trust him to depend on me) mixes the meanings and should instead be '我信赖他' (I trust him).
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How to say to trust in Chinese
“to trust” in Chinese is信赖
信赖 (xìn lài) refers to the act of trusting or having confidence in someone or something. It implies a reliance based on belief in the integrity, ability, or character of the person or object being trusted. This term is often used in contexts involving personal relationships, professional trust, or faith in systems and institutions.
When to use 信赖
Be mindful of the context; 信赖 is more formal than simply saying 'trust' (信任). It is commonly used in written language, such as in business or academic settings. Common collocations include '相互信赖' (mutual trust) and '信赖关系' (trust relationship).
信赖 or something close to it
相信 (xiāngxìn) — use 信赖 (xìnlài) when emphasizing a deeper, more personal trust, while 相信 (xiāngxìn) can imply a more general belief or acceptance.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 信赖 with 依赖 (yī lài), which means 'to depend on' rather than to trust. For example, saying '我信赖他依赖我' (I trust him to depend on me) mixes the meanings and should instead be '我信赖他' (I trust him).
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Grammar patterns of 信赖
信赖 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我____他的友情，也相信他的判断。
I depended on his companionship and on his judgment.
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信赖 (xìn lài) implies a deeper level of trust often based on a personal connection, while 信任 (xìn rèn) can be used more broadly for trust in general.
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