What does it mean word for word?
The phrase de confianza literally translates to "of trust".
Which one should you use?
There is a subtle difference between de confianza and confiable. While de confianza often implies a personal relationship or a high level of intimacy/security (a trusted friend), confiable is more commonly used for technical reliability or consistency (a reliable machine or a reliable source of information).
Is it said differently in some regions?
Different Spanish-speaking regions have preferred terms: in Argentina, confiable is the standard term for "trusted". In Spain, the term de fiar is commonly used to express trustworthiness. And in Mexico, the phrase responsable can be used to convey trustworthiness.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase de confianza is invariable, meaning it does not change for gender or number when modifying a noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/de konˈfjanθa/
Did you know?
- While de confianza is used for people, the word confianza itself can be used in a phrase to mean 'to have the nerve' or 'the audacity' to do something, depending on the context.
- In Spain, you will often hear the phrase de fiar instead of de confianza. This comes from the verb fiar, which also means to give something on credit because you trust the buyer will pay later.
- While de confianza describes a person you trust, the word confianza is also used to describe a feeling of comfort or lack of formality with someone, similar to the English 'feeling at home'.
Examples in context
- ¿Te gustaría convertirte en usuario de confianza?Would you like to become a trusted user?This sentence is useful for asking about becoming a de confianza user.Tatoeba #763122 by Shishir, translation #763114 by TRANG
- ¿Cómo puedo convertirme en un usuario de confianza?How can I become a trusted user?This sentence is useful for asking how to become a de confianza user.Tatoeba #2228148 by marcelostockle, translation #769541 by arihato
- Era un amigo de confianza.He was a trusted friend.This sentence shows how to describe a friend as de confianza.Tatoeba #1057322 by darinmex, translation #802931 by Source_VOA
- El banco es seguroThe bank is trusted/reliable
- Mi hermana es de confianza, puedo contar con ellaMy sister is trusted, I can rely on her
- Este mecánico es muy fiable, siempre arregla bien los cochesThis mechanic is very reliable, he always fixes cars properly
- Es un vendedor de fiarHe is a trustworthy salesperson
- Soy un abogado confiable y comprometido con mis clientesI am a trusted and committed lawyer
- Este periódico es fidedigno, siempre publica información verazThis newspaper is reliable, it always publishes truthful information
- María es mi amiga de confianza, siempre puedo contar con ellaMaría is my trusted friend, I can always rely on her
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Example conversation
Alejandro is asking Elena for a recommendation for a mechanic.
- AlejandroNecesito un mecánico que sea de confianza.I need a mechanic who is trusted.
- ElenaYo conozco a uno muy bueno.I know a very good one.
- Alejandro¿De verdad es una persona de confianza?Is he really a trusted person?
- ElenaSí, siempre hace un trabajo honesto.Yes, he always does honest work.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry de confianza, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
