personal confidence
[/ˈpɜːrsənəl ˈkɒnfɪdəns/]
noun phrase
confiança pessoal
1. a feeling of self-assurance and belief in one's own abilities, qualities, and judgment
Her personal confidence grew after she successfully completed the challenging project.
A confiança pessoal dela cresceu depois que ela completou com sucesso o projeto desafiador.
2. trust or faith in oneself to handle situations and overcome obstacles
Building personal confidence is essential for career advancement.
Desenvolver confiança pessoal é essencial para o avanço na carreira.
3. the psychological state of believing in one's capacity to succeed
Personal confidence helped him overcome his fear of public speaking.
A confiança pessoal ajudou-o a superar seu medo de falar em público.
In Brazilian culture, personal confidence (confiança pessoal) is highly valued and often associated with 'jogo de cintura' (adaptability) and resilience. Americans often emphasize personal confidence in self-help and motivational contexts, while Portuguese speakers may frame it more around 'segurança em si próprio' (security in oneself). The concept is integral to both cultures' approaches to personal development and professional success.
NYC Slang
believing in yourself / having that swagger
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