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Zuversicht
/ˈt͡suːfɐˌzɪçt/
confidence
Mit Zuversicht gehen wir in die Zukunft.
With confidence, we move into the future.
formalinformal
A strong belief in one's abilities or the positive outcome of a situation, often despite challenges.
Sie bewies große Zuversicht in ihrer Rede.
She demonstrated great confidence in her speech.
Trotz der Schwierigkeiten behielt er seine Zuversicht.
Despite the difficulties, he maintained his confidence.
Zuversicht is often used to describe a positive, forward-looking attitude in the face of adversity.
Collocations
große Zuversichtgreat confidenceZuversicht ausstrahlento radiate confidenceZuversicht behaltento maintain confidence
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Positive Connotation
Zuversicht always carries a positive connotation, unlike 'Hoffnung' (hope), which can sometimes imply uncertainty.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
Zuversicht is often used in formal settings, such as speeches or professional contexts, but can also appear in everyday language.
Word Origin
From the German prefix 'zu-' (to) and 'Versicht' (view, perspective), literally meaning 'a view toward' or 'a perspective on' something positive.
Usage Notes
Zuversicht is often used in formal and informal contexts to describe a sense of optimism and trust in oneself or the future. It is closely related to 'Selbstvertrauen' (self-confidence) but emphasizes a broader, more general sense of assurance.
Word Breakdown
zu-
to
prefixVersicht
view, perspective
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