* Confiance: This is the most common and direct translation of "confidence". It can be used in a general sense or to refer to trust in someone or something.
* Assurance: This translates to "assurance" and is used to describe a confident demeanor or a sense of certainty.
* Sûreté: This means "certainty" or "security" and can be used to express confidence in a specific situation or ability.
Here are some examples:
* J'ai confiance en toi. (I have confidence in you.)
* Il a une grande assurance. (He has a lot of assurance.)
* Elle est sûre de ses capacités. (She is confident in her abilities.)
The best translation will depend on the specific meaning you want to convey.