vertrauen
to trust
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/fɛɐ̯ˈtʁaʊ̯.ən/
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Cultural Note
Vertrauen (trust) is considered the absolute cornerstone of German relationships. 'Vertrauen ist gut, Kontrolle ist besser' (Trust is good, control is better) is an ironic proverb attributed to Lenin that Germans use self-deprecatingly about their cautious nature.
📝 Example Sentences
Ich vertraue dir mit meinem ganzen Herzen.
I trust you with all my heart.
Vertrauen muss man sich verdienen.
Trust must be earned.
Sie vertraute ihm blind.
She trusted him blindly.