Meaning

Primary

Confidence

Alternative

Self Confidence

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

When you believe in your self you have plenty of confidence (or self confidence). This is a good thing to have!

Reading

じしん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

How much 自信 do you have that you know how to read this word already? I bet you have some, at least! This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 自信を失う

    to lose one's confidence

    自信を持つ

    to have confidence

    自信をつける

    to boost one's confidence

Context Sentences

自信なんて、これっぽっちもないよ。

I don't have a shred of confidence.

もっと自信を持った方がいいよ!

You should have more confidence in yourself.

俺は誰よりも君を大切にできる自信があります。だから、俺と付き合ってください。

I'm confident that I can cherish you more than anyone else. So, please be with me.

Kanji Composition