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    Umamin (en. To confess)

    /uːˈɑːmɪn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    To acknowledge a truth, usually about a mistake or wrongdoing.
    He confessed that he was the reason for the misunderstanding.
    Umamin siya na siya ang dahilan ng hindi pagkakaintindihan.
    To make a statement about something previously denied.
    After much regret, he admitted his mistakes.
    Matapos ang mahabang pagsisisi, umamin siya sa kanyang mga pagkakamali.
    To show honesty in admitting something.
    He should confess his feelings.
    Dapat siyang umamin sa kanyang nararamdaman.

    Etymology

    According to the word 'amin' meaning acceptance or confession.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to confess the truth
    the act of making a statement about a real matter.
    umamin ng katotohanan
    to confess a wrongdoing
    to acknowledge a mistake or misdeed.
    umamin sa kasalanan

    Related Words

    acknowledgment
    The act of recognizing or accepting a truth.
    amin
    regret
    A feeling of remorse or sorrow for a past mistake.
    pagsisisi

    Slang Meanings

    to accept the truth
    He admitted that he has a crush on Liza.
    Umamin na siya na may crush siya kay Liza.
    to tell the truth
    You should admit to him about what happened.
    Dapat ka nang umamin sa kanya tungkol sa nangyari.
    to be true to oneself
    Just admit it, your excuses aren't working anymore.
    Umamin ka na, wala nang silangan sa mga palusot mo.
    to open up one's feelings
    He admitted his feelings to his friend.
    Umamin na siya sa kanyang nararamdaman sa kanyang kaibigan.