Mangumpisal (en. To confess)

/maŋɡum.pi.sal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Confession is the process of admitting sins to a priest.
I need to confess before Christmas.
Kailangan kong mangumpisal bago ang Pasko.
A ritual in religion where a person reveals their sins.
People often confess in church.
Madalas ang mga tao na mangumpisal sa simbahan.
The act of stating mistakes or shortcomings to an authority.
During the transfer of records, everyone must confess any mistakes.
Sa paglilipat ng mga tala, mangumpisal ang lahat ng mga pagkakamali.

Etymology

From the word 'confession' which means admitting sins.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to confess to a priest
the process of admitting sins to a priest
mangumpisal sa pari

Related Words

confession
An act of admitting sins, usually done in churches.
kumpisal
inner purity
A feeling of peace and clarity from admitting mistakes.
kalinisan ng loob

Slang Meanings

Distant friendship (because of what they've been through)
I hope he'll confess his problems to his friends.
Sana mangumpisal na siya sa mga kaibigan niya sa mga problema niya.
Admitting to secrets or mistakes
Confess now so you can make it up to her.
Mangumpisal ka na para makabawi ka sa kanya.
Talking about one's feelings
I want to confess to you about how I feel.
Gusto ko na mangumpisal sa'yo tungkol sa nararamdaman ko.