אני מאמין
The English phrase "I believe" is translated into Hebrew as אני מאמין.
The phrase אני מאמין can be used in both religious and non-religious contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form of the phrase is אני מאמינה. When followed by a clause, the phrase is typically used with the conjunction ש… (that).
Did you know?
- Depending on the intonation, אני מאמין can be used sarcastically to express disbelief, similar to how an English speaker might say 'Yeah, right'.
- The phrase אני מאמין is the opening line of the 'Ani Ma'amin' prayer, a declaration of faith in the coming of the Messiah that is often sung with deep emotion in synagogues.
- The word מאמין is derived from a root that also relates to 'stability' and 'reliability', suggesting that belief is like a firm foundation.
Examples in context
- אני מאמין שאכפת לך.I believe you do care.This sentence is useful for expressing that you believe someone cares using אני מאמין.Tatoeba #5856100 by fekundulo, translation #3723108 by CM
- אני מאמין שתום זכאי.I believe Tom is innocent.This sentence is useful for expressing belief in someone's innocence using אני מאמין.Tatoeba #3040776 by fekundulo, translation #2294006 by CK
- אני מאמין שזה אפשרי.I believe that's possible.This sentence is useful for expressing that something is possible using אני מאמין.Tatoeba #5015334 by esterik, translation #4666263 by CK
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Example conversation
Noam and Agur are discussing a difficult project.
- נועם Noamאני מאמין שנצליח לסיים בזמן.ani ma'amin shenatzliach legsayem bazman.I believe we will succeed in finishing on time.
- עגור Adiאתה באמת חושב כך?ata be'emet choshev kach?Do you really think so?
- נועם Noamכן, אני מאמין בך ובצוות.ken, ani ma'amin bach uva-tzevet.Yes, I believe in you and the team.
- עגור Adiתודה, זה נותן לי ביטחון.toda, ze noten li bitachon.Thanks, that gives me confidence.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
