Meaning
真诚 describes genuine feelings, words, or attitudes that come from the heart without pretense or deception. It emphasizes authenticity and honesty in one's emotions, intentions, or expressions. This word is highly valued in Chinese culture as a core virtue in relationships and communication.
Usage
真诚 is commonly used to describe people's attitudes, feelings, apologies, or advice. It often appears in formal contexts like speeches, written communication, or when discussing character traits. Native speakers frequently use it with 很, 非常, or other degree adverbs. It carries positive connotations and is considered an important quality in personal and professional relationships.
Examples
- 01他真诚地向我道歉，我决定原谅他。, .He sincerely apologized to me, so I decided to forgive him.
- 02只有真诚的态度才能赢得别人的信任。.Only a sincere attitude can win others' trust.
Characters
Common collocations
- 真诚的态度sincere attitude
- 真诚地道歉to sincerely apologize
- 真诚相待to treat someone sincerely
- 真诚的感谢sincere thanks
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters reinforce the concept of authenticity: 真 originally meant 'true' or 'real,' while 诚 derives from the combination of 言 (speech) and 成 (complete/accomplish), suggesting words that are complete and reliable.