過ちを悔いる

ayamichio kairu
phraseIntermediate to repent one's mistakes
formal

To feel deep regret or remorse for one's mistakes or wrongdoings, often leading to a change in behavior or attitude.

過ちを悔いる心があれば、許される可能性がある。

If you have the heart to repent your mistakes, there is a chance you will be forgiven.

彼は自分の過ちを悔い、二度と同じ過ちを繰り返さないと誓った。

He repented his mistakes and vowed never to repeat them again.

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This phrase is often used in formal or serious contexts, such as apologies, confessions, or personal reflections.

Related Phrases

過ちを悔い改めるphrase
to repent and reform
過ちを反省するphrase
to reflect on one's mistakes

💡Pro Tip

Formal Context

This phrase is often used in formal or serious contexts, such as apologies, confessions, or personal reflections.

Gold Rule

Deep Regret

The phrase conveys a strong sense of regret and remorse, often leading to a change in behavior or attitude.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines '過ち' (mistake, error) and '悔いる' (to repent), emphasizing a deep sense of regret and remorse.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in formal or serious contexts, such as apologies, confessions, or personal reflections. It conveys a strong sense of regret and a willingness to change.

Word Breakdown

過ち
mistake, error
root
+
object marker
particle
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悔いる
to repent
verb
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