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    Referring to a belief or faith with 信仰 (xìnyǎng)

    Existence & Possession
    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    信仰 + Noun / 对 + Noun + 的 + 信仰

    Explanation

    The noun 信仰 (xìnyǎng) means 'belief,' 'faith,' or 'conviction.' It refers to a deeply held set of principles, often religious or spiritual in nature. It can also be used as a verb meaning 'to believe in' or 'to have faith in' a religion, ideology, or value system.

    Examples

    • 每个人都有选择自己信仰的自由。

      Měi gè rén dōu yǒu xuǎnzé zìjǐ xìnyǎng de zìyóu.

      Everyone has the freedom to choose their own beliefs.

    • 他对佛教有着虔诚的信仰。

      Tā duì Fójiào yǒuzhe qiánchéng de xìnyǎng.

      He has a devout faith in Buddhism.

    • 信仰给了她面对困难的勇气和力量。

      Xìnyǎng gěi le tā miànduì kùnnán de yǒngqì hé lìliàng.

      Faith gave her the courage and strength to face difficulties.

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