English–French

“trust” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔ̃fjɑ̃s/

Example

Je fais confiance à Marie.

I trust Marie.

Illustration for confiance (trust)

How to say “trust” in French

“Trust” in French is confiance.

A mental handrail that makes another person, a plan, or one's own ability seem safe to rely on.

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

Example sentences with confiance

Il a perdu la confiance des clients.

He has lost the customers' trust.

Tips for using confiance

  • The usual pattern is faire confiance à someone, while avoir confiance en someone or oneself uses en.

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