trust — firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /trʌst/
Korean meaning: 신뢰, 믿음
Korean pronunciation: **트러**스트
Example Sentences
- My dog trusts me so much that he gives me his favorite bone.
- Parents need to trust their teenagers, even when they come home smelling like pizza at 2 AM.
- Building trust in a team takes time and consistent effort.
trust
NOUN//trʌst//
firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something
a young girl stands at the top of a high playground slide, hesitating nervously at the edge. Her best friend below extends both arms upward with a confident smile and steady posture. The girl takes a deep breath and jumps down toward her friend's waiting arms. Her friend catches her safely and securely, both children smiling with relief and joy. Other children nearby watch and cheer as the successful catch demonstrates the strong bond between the two friends. firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something
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🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 북유럽어 'traust(도움, 확신)'에서 유래되어 고대 영어 'treowth(충실함)'를 거쳐 현재의 trust가 되었습니다. 나무가 튼튼한 뿌리로 땅을 믿고 의지하듯, 믿음의 의미가 발달했습니다.
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📝Examples
“My dog trusts me so much that he gives me his favorite bone.”
“Parents need to trust their teenagers, even when they come home smelling like pizza at 2 AM.”
“Building trust in a team takes time and consistent effort.”
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