English–German

“confidence” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈt͡suːfɛɐ̯ˌzɪçt/

Example

Sie geht mit der Zuversicht ins Vorstellungsgespräch.

She enters the job interview with confidence.

Illustration for Zuversicht (confidence)

How to say “confidence” in German

“Confidence” in German is Zuversicht.

Someone approaches a difficult future event with an inner sense that the path leads to a good result.

Full entry for Zuversicht: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Zuversicht

Die Trainerin vermittelte der Mannschaft Zuversicht vor dem Finale.

The coach gave the team confidence before the final.

Tips for using Zuversicht

  • English confidence covers several meanings, but Zuversicht especially concerns confidence in a favorable future outcome rather than confidence in a person's ability.

Other German words for “confidence”

Durch kleine Erfolge gewinnt man Selbstvertrauen.

People gain confidence through small successes.

“confidence” in other languages