Definition
信奉 means 'to believe in' something deeply, such as a religion, political ideology, or principle. It is more formal and committed than 相信 (xiāngxìn), which is used for everyday factual beliefs. Use 信奉 for systems of thought or faith, not for temporary opinions.
v.
to believe in (a religion, doctrine, ideology)
Examples
- 信奉。Tā xìn fèng fójiào.He believes in Buddhism.
- 信奉。Hěnduō rén xìn fèng zìyóu hé píngděng.Many people believe in freedom and equality.
- 信奉。Tā yìshēng xìn fèng zhège lǐniàn.She believed in this principle her whole life.
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