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March 24, 2026
相信xiāngxìn(xiang1xin4)
相信 (xiāng xìn) means to believe or to be convinced that something is true. It is commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese to express trust or acceptance of an idea, statement, or person. This verb is often found in contexts involving faith, confidence, or persuasion.
Frequency#168DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
The concept of belief is significant in Chinese culture, especially in the context of relationships and community. Trust is often viewed as a foundation for social harmony, and expressing belief in someone can strengthen bonds.
Memory Tip
Imagine two people (相) shaking hands, symbolizing their mutual trust (信). The handshake represents their belief in each other. The pronunciation 'xiang' sounds like 'strong', suggesting a strong belief.
Meanings of 相信
xiāngxìn(xiang1xin4)
1to be convinced (that sth is true)
2to believe
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#168Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
相信 (xiāngxìn) vs 信任 (xìnrèn) — use 相信 when emphasizing belief in an idea or statement, while 信任 focuses on trust in a person or entity.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine two people (相) shaking hands, symbolizing their mutual trust (信). The handshake represents their belief in each other. The pronunciation 'xiang' sounds like 'strong', suggesting a strong belief.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 相信 with other similar verbs like 认为 (rènwéi), which means to think or consider. The register is generally neutral, making it suitable for both formal and informal contexts. Common collocations include 相信自己 (believe in oneself) and 相信他人 (trust others).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 3 word, 相信 connects well with other verbs related to perception and belief, like 觉得 (juéde) meaning 'to feel' or 'to think'. Focus on using it in sentences to express belief or trust in various contexts.
Cultural Note
The concept of belief is significant in Chinese culture, especially in the context of relationships and community. Trust is often viewed as a foundation for social harmony, and expressing belief in someone can strengthen bonds.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 相信 in contexts where 认为 would be more appropriate, such as saying 我相信他是对的 instead of 我认为他是对的 (I think he is right). Another common error is confusing it with the noun form, 信仰 (xìnyǎng), which refers to faith or belief system.
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Grammar Patterns of 相信
相信 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
This may sound trivial, but I assure you it is quite important!
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她相信这不过是他一时兴起。
tā xiāng xìn zhè bù guò shì tā yī shí xīng qǐ。
She did not suspect that his interest was just a passing fancy.
Cultural Notes for 相信
🏮Cultural insight
The concept of belief is significant in Chinese culture, especially in the context of relationships and community. Trust is often viewed as a foundation for social harmony, and expressing belief in someone can strengthen bonds.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, belief often emphasizes individual reasoning and skepticism, while in Chinese culture, belief can be closely tied to social harmony and collective trust.
Frequently Asked Questions about 相信
Yes, you can use 相信 to express belief in religious contexts, such as 相信上帝 (believe in God).
Yes, that is correct and means 'I believe what you said.'
相信 is used for belief or trust, while 认为 is more about opinion or consideration.
