belief — an acceptance that something exists or is true, especially without proof
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an acceptance that something exists or is true, especially without proof
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈliːf/
Korean meaning: 믿음, 신념
Korean pronunciation: 비-리프 (강세: 리프)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's belief that eating garlic prevents colds made our house smell like a vampire-proof fortress.
- The belief that money can't buy happiness is usually held by people who have never been really poor.
- His belief in hard work paid off when he finally achieved his dream.
belief
NOUN//bɪˈliːf//
an acceptance that something exists or is true, especially without proof
His belief in success kept him moving forward.
A shared belief united the entire community.
Belief brings relief and helps people achieve.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 게르만어 'bi-'(~에 의해)와 'lief'(사랑하는, 소중한)에서 유래되어, '마음으로 소중히 여기는 것'이라는 의미에서 '믿음'으로 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's belief that eating garlic prevents colds made our house smell like a vampire-proof fortress.”
“The belief that money can't buy happiness is usually held by people who have never been really poor.”
“His belief in hard work paid off when he finally achieved his dream.”
“Cultural beliefs vary greatly around the world.”
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