Self-efficacy
Noun
UK
/ËselfËef.ÉŞ.kÉ.si/
US
/ËselfËef.É.kÉ.si/
Definition
A personâs belief in their own ability to succeed or do things well.
Example
"Children with high self-efficacy are more likely to try new things."
"Self-efficacy grows stronger when you keep going, no matter what others say or do."
"Building self-efficacy takes time, practice, and most importantlyâlistening to your own voice and learning to trust yourself, even when no one else does."
Explanation
Self-efficacy means believing in your ability to do things and succeed. Itâs the confidence that you can handle challenges and complete tasks. If you have high self-efficacy, you try harder, keep going when things are tough, and feel sure you can learn or improve. People with low self-efficacy often give up easily because they doubt their abilities, even when they have the skills