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March 24, 2026
确信(確信)quèxìn(que4xin4)
确信 means to be convinced or to firmly believe in something. It is commonly used when expressing certainty or confidence about a fact or situation. This word carries a sense of strong conviction, often used in both personal and formal contexts, such as discussions or debates.
Frequency#2002DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
The concept of certainty is important in Chinese culture, especially in business and interpersonal communication, where trust and conviction can influence relationships and decisions. Using 确信 can convey reliability in discussions.
Memory Tip
Think of 确信 as a 'sure' rock (石, shí) that stands firm in your beliefs (确, què). The character 确 resembles the image of something solid and reliable, like a rock that you can trust. When you are sure (sure = 确信), you are standing on firm ground.
Meanings of 确信
quèxìn(que4xin4)
1to be convinced
2to be sure
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About 确信
确信Simplified
確信Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
相信 (xiāngxìn) - use 确信 for stronger conviction and certainty compared to the more general belief implied by 相信.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 确信 as a 'sure' rock (石, shí) that stands firm in your beliefs (确, què). The character 确 resembles the image of something solid and reliable, like a rock that you can trust. When you are sure (sure = 确信), you are standing on firm ground.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone, as using the wrong tone might change the meaning. 确信 is a formal term, so it's best suited for written or serious spoken contexts. Common collocations include 确信某事 (be sure of something) or 确信自己 (be sure of oneself).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 确信 connects with other advanced vocabulary that expresses belief or certainty, such as 确定 (to determine) and 确保 (to ensure). Focus on using 确信 in context with other phrases that convey confidence or assurance.
Cultural Note
The concept of certainty is important in Chinese culture, especially in business and interpersonal communication, where trust and conviction can influence relationships and decisions. Using 确信 can convey reliability in discussions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 确信 with other similar words like 确定 or 相信, misusing them in contexts where conviction is required. For example, saying '我相信这是对的' instead of '我确信这是对的' could weaken the expression of certainty.
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Grammar Patterns of 确信
确信 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 5 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
现在医生们____已经治好了他的病。
Now doctors believe they have cured him of the disease.
Example Sentences for 确信 (10)
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1
现在医生们确信已经治好了他的病。
xiàn zài yī shēng mén què xìn yǐ jīng zhì hǎo le tā de bìng。
Now doctors believe they have cured him of the disease.
2
我确信事情最终会好起来的。
wǒ què xìn shì qíng zuì zhōng huì hǎo qǐ lái de。
I was positive things were going to turn out fine.
3
“我确信我不知道。”库克一甩头说。
“ “ wǒ què xìn wǒ bù zhī。” dào 。” kù kè yī shuǎi。
"I'm sure I don't know." Cook tossed her head.
4
劳拉·戴维斯确信能在欧洲队中占据一席之地。
láo lā· · dài wéi sī què xìn néng zài ōu zhōu duì zhōng zhān jù yī xí zhī。
Laura Davies is assured of a place in Europe's team.
5
她有些不好接近，但我确信她想表现得友好一些。
tā yǒu xiē bù hǎo jiē jìn， ， dàn wǒ què xìn tā xiǎng biǎo xiàn dé yǒu hǎo yī。
She was somewhat unapproachable but I'm sure she wanted to be friendly.
6
我怀疑地看着他，确信他在夸大其词。
wǒ huái yí dì kàn zháo tā， ， què xìn tā zài kuā dà qí。
I looked at him skeptically, sure he was exaggerating.
7
他确信医生和牙医最清楚该怎么做。
tā què xìn yī shēng hé yá yī zuì qīng chǔ gāi zěn mó zuò。
He was convinced that doctors and dentists knew best.
8
他没提你的名字,但是我确信他是暗指你的.
tā méi tí nǐ de míng zì, , dàn shì wǒ què xìn tā shì àn zhǐ nǐ.
He didn't mention your name but I was sure he was alluding to you.
9
因为我确信那批货装运得非常好.
yīn wéi wǒ què xìn nà pī huò zhuāng yùn dé fēi cháng hǎo.
Because I was sure everything was all right with that shipment.
10
她高兴地说了声“嗨”，好像确信大家非常想念她似的。
tā gāo xīng dì shuō le shēng“ “”， hāi ”， hǎo xiàng què xìn dà jiā fēi cháng xiǎng niàn tā。
She said "hi" with the blithe assurance of someone who knew how much she'd been missed.
Cultural Notes for 确信
🏮Cultural insight
The concept of certainty is important in Chinese culture, especially in business and interpersonal communication, where trust and conviction can influence relationships and decisions. Using 确信 can convey reliability in discussions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 确信
While it's not incorrect, 确信 is more formal and is typically better suited for serious discussions.
Not quite; 确定 means to determine or confirm, while 确信 emphasizes personal belief or conviction.
You can say '我确信这个决定是对的' which means 'I am convinced that this decision is correct.'
