die Zuversicht
Translation
confidence, optimism, assurance
Examples
Ich bin voller Zuversicht für die Zukunft.
I am full of confidence for the future.
Seine Zuversicht ist ansteckend.
His optimism is contagious.
Grammar Patterns
to have Zuversicht ((in+4)) to have confidence ((in sth.)) Er hat große Zuversicht in seine Fähigkeiten.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Optimismus, Vertrauen, Glaube; Antonyms: Zweifel, Pessimismus
Etymology
From 'zu-' (towards) and an old form related to 'sehen' (to see) and 'sicher' (sure). It implies 'looking towards' the future with certainty.
Memory Tips
Think of having a clear 'Sicht' (view) 'zu' (towards) the future, feeling sure about it.