Magpakumpisal (en. Confess)
/maɡpakumpisal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To make an admission or acceptance of mistakes or sins.
He confessed to the priest about his wrongdoings.
Siya ay nagpakumpisal sa pari tungkol sa kaniyang mga nagawang masama.
A process of telling the truth about sins committed.
Confessing is important in his faith.
Ang magpakumpisal ay mahalaga sa kanyang pananampalataya.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'confession' which means admitting sins.
Common Phrases and Expressions
confess to a priest
Admit sins to a priest.
magpakumpisal sa pari
confess to God
Admit sins to God.
magpakumpisal sa Diyos
Related Words
confession
The act of telling sins to a spiritual leader.
kumpisal
admission
The act of stating the truth about one's mistakes.
pag-amin
Slang Meanings
To speak or promise secrets.
I need to confess to him about everything I've done.
Kailangan ko nang magpakumpisal sa kanya tungkol sa lahat ng mga ginawa ko.
To be honest or admit mistakes.
Sometimes it's better to confess than to hide secrets.
Minsan mas mabuti pa ang magpakumpisal kaysa magtago ng mga sikreto.
Expressing thoughts or problems.
I've reached the point where I need to confide in a friend.
Umaabot na ako sa puntong kailangan ko nang magpakumpisal sa isang kaibigan.