Cool MateI have every confidence in vs Trust
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
I have every confidence in
Top 5,000 (fairly common)
Trust
Top 1,000 (very common)B2noun
Most common: Trust
| I have every confidence in | Trust | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 //aɪ hæv ˈɛvri ˈkɒnfɪdəns ɪn//🇺🇸 //aɪ hæv ˈɛvri ˈkɑnfɪdəns ɪn// | 🇬🇧 /["/trʌst/"]/🇺🇸 /["/trʌst/"]/ |
| Meaning | I completely trust someone or something. | To believe in someone or something. |
| Example | I have every confidence in her ability to lead the team. | Her trust in him was unwavering, even when others doubted him. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 5,000 (fairly common) | Top 1,000 (very common) |
| CEFR level | - | B2 |
| Part of speech | noun | |
| Collocations | have confidence in someone, express confidence in, show confidence in, place confidence in, gain confidence in | great, absolute, complete, have, place, put, exist, trust among, trust between, trust for, a breach of trust, a lack of trust, a position of trust, offshore, investment, unit, hold something in, hold something on, keep something in, account, assets, fund, in trust, trust for, independent, charitable, non-profit, manage, run, own, manage, run, trust for |
| Antonyms | - | distrust, mistrust |
| Common mistakes | Using 'a confidence' instead of 'every confidence'., Confusing it with similar phrases like 'I have confidence for'. | Confused with 'rely on'—they have slightly different meanings., Using 'trust' with inanimate objects is uncommon—better to say 'rely on'., Mixing up 'trust' with 'believe'—they are similar but not interchangeable. |
| Usage notes | This phrase is often used in formal contexts, like in speeches or written reports, to express trust. It’s less common in casual conversation. | Use 'trust' in neutral contexts like personal relationships or business. Avoid using it where skepticism is implied, such as in formal reports. |
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Frequently asked questions: I have every confidence in vs Trust
What's the difference between I have every confidence in and Trust?
I have every confidence in: I completely trust someone or something. Trust: To believe in someone or something.
Which is more common: I have every confidence in and Trust?
Trust is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
I have every confidence in: I have every confidence in her ability to lead the team. Trust: Her trust in him was unwavering, even when others doubted him.
Can I use I have every confidence in and Trust interchangeably?
Not always. I have every confidence in and Trust are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.