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niềm tin
/ɲem tin/
belief, faith
Tôi có niềm tin vào tương lai.
I have faith in the future.
general
A strong belief or confidence in something or someone, often with an emotional or spiritual dimension.
Niềm tin của anh ấy vào chính mình giúp anh ấy vượt qua mọi khó khăn.
His belief in himself helped him overcome all difficulties.
Tôi không còn niềm tin vào chính phủ nữa.
I no longer have faith in the government.
This phrase is commonly used to express deep trust or conviction, often in abstract concepts like love, justice, or personal values.
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Pro Tip
Emotional vs. Rational
'Niềm tin' is more emotional than 'tín tưởng'. Use it for personal or spiritual beliefs, not just logical trust.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
Avoid using 'niềm tin' for purely factual or logical trust. Reserve it for deeper, more personal convictions.
Word Origin
Derived from 'niềm' (a feeling or state of mind) + 'tin' (belief, trust). The phrase emphasizes the emotional and personal nature of belief.
Usage Notes
While 'tín tưởng' is more neutral, 'niềm tin' carries a stronger emotional or spiritual connotation. It is often used in contexts of personal conviction or religious faith.
Word Breakdown
niềm
a feeling or state of mind
roottin
belief, trust
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh