confiança
trust / confidence
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/kõfiˈɐ̃sɐ/
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Cultural Note
Confiança is central to Portuguese and Brazilian social relationships. 'Pessoa de confiança' refers to a trusted person, often someone in one's inner circle. In Brazilian business culture, building 'confiança' through personal relationships often precedes professional dealings, reflecting the warmth-centered nature of the culture.
📝 Example Sentences
A confiança é o alicerce de qualquer relação.
Trust is the foundation of any relationship.
Perdeste a minha confiança.
You lost my trust.
Reconstruir a confiança leva tempo.
Rebuilding trust takes time.