可靠 (kě kào) — reliable

Definition

Reliable, trustworthy (people, information, things). Broader than 踏实 (steady/thorough in work) and 稳妥 (well-considered, safe) — 可靠 applies to people, news, and objects alike.

adjective
reliable

Examples

  • 可靠
    Tā shì yí gè kě kào de gōng rén.
    He is a reliable worker.
  • 可靠
    Zhè ge xiāo xi hěn kě kào.
    This news is very reliable.
  • 可靠
    Zhè liàng chē hěn kě kào.
    This car is very reliable.

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