Suchen
to confess
01
gestehen
to admit, especially to the police or legal authorities, that one has committed a crime or has done something wrong
Intransitive: to confess | to confess to an offense
Example
Last week, the defendant unexpectedly confessed to the charges against them in court.
The suspect decided to confess to the crime during the police interrogation.
Law enforcement encourages individuals to confess as it can contribute to resolving cases more efficiently.
02
gestehen
to admit something, especially when it makes you feel uncomfortable or guilty
Transitive: to confess that | to confess to sth
03
beichten, zugeben
to admit one's faults and sins in front of a priest
Transitive: to confess one's sins
Example
He sought guidance after confessing his wrongdoing to the priest.
He decided to confess his mistakes during the sacrament of reconciliation.
She felt a sense of relief after choosing to confess her sins.
Beispiel
Last week, the defendant unexpectedly confessed to the charges against them in court.
The suspect decided to confess to the crime during the police interrogation.
Law enforcement encourages individuals to confess as it can contribute to resolving cases more efficiently.
If the evidence is strong, the accused will likely confess during the trial.
The witness's decision to confess to their involvement in the incident provided crucial information to the investigation.
Nahegelegene Wörter
