Penitent

Pronunciation:/ˈpɛnɪtənt/
EN→ZH

Quick Translations

  • 悔过的
  • 忏悔的
  • 后悔的

Definitions

noun

Definition

A person who feels or shows sorrow and remorse for having done wrong.

In ZH

一个为自己做错事感到或表现出悲伤和悔恨的人。

Examples

  • The penitent admitted his mistakes during the confession.
  • She felt penitent after realizing how her actions had hurt others.
  • In literature, the penitent often seeks redemption for their sins.
  • The church welcomed the penitent with open arms.
  • He wrote a letter as a penitent gesture to apologize.
adjective

Definition

Feeling or expressing remorse for one's misdeeds.

In ZH

为自己的错误感到或表达悔恨。

Examples

  • The penitent thief returned the stolen item.
  • Her penitent demeanor showed she regretted her actions.
  • He offered a penitent apology to his friends.
  • In many cultures, being penitent is the first step toward forgiveness.
  • The artist's penitent reflections on her past mistakes inspired her latest work.