repent
word
Definition
To feel deep regret for something wrong you have done, often with a desire to change your behavior or seek forgiveness.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly formal or religious contexts; often used in phrases like 'repent of your sins.' Can suggest a strong, sincere regret and intention to improve. Don’t confuse with 'regret,' which can be less serious or emotional.
Spanish: arrepentirsePortuguese (BR): arrepender-sePortuguese (PT): arrepender-seChinese (Simplified): 忏悔 - 悔改Chinese (Traditional): 懺悔 - 悔改Hindi: पश्चाताप करनाArabic: يتوب - يندمBengali: অনুতপ্ত হওয়াRussian: каяться - раскаиватьсяJapanese: 悔い改めるVietnamese: ăn năn - hối hậnKorean: 회개하다 - 뉘우치다Turkish: pişman olmak - tövbe etmekUrdu: توبہ کرنا - پچھتاناIndonesian: bertobat - menyesal
Example Sentences
She prayed every night to repent for her mistakes.
basic
He promised to repent and change his ways.
basic
We all make mistakes; it's important to repent and move forward.
basic
It's never too late to repent for something you've done.
natural
"If you truly repent, people will give you a second chance," she said.
natural
After the argument, I really had to sit and repent about what I'd said.
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