亲信 (qīn xìn) — trusted follower, confidant
Definition
A trusted subordinate or close ally of a leader/authority figure — carries a negative sense, implying loyal followers who may be used for personal or political gain.
noun
trusted followerconfidant
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 亲信。Tā shì zǒng tǒng de qīn xìn.He is the president's trusted follower.
- 亲信。Zhè wèi lǐng dǎo shēn biān yǒu jǐ gè qīn xìn.This leader has several trusted followers around him.
- 亲信。Zhè xiē qīn xìn duì tā fēi cháng zhōng chéng.These trusted followers are very loyal to him.
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