悔改 (huǐ gǎi) — to repent and reform; to turn over a new leaf
Definition
A formal, written verb meaning to repent of one's mistakes and genuinely change one's behavior — stronger and more literary than simply saying sorry (道歉). Often used in moral, legal, or political contexts.
verb
to repent and reformto turn over a new leaf
Examples
- ，悔改。Tā fàn le hěn duō cuò wù, dàn yuàn yì chè dǐ huǐ gǎi.He made many mistakes but is willing to completely repent and reform.
- 悔改，。Zhǐ yǒu zhēn chéng huǐ gǎi, cái néng dé dào dà jiā de yuán liàng.Only by sincerely repenting and reforming can you earn everyone's forgiveness.
- ，悔改。Tā bǎo zhèng yǐ hòu chóng xīn zuò rén, chè dǐ huǐ gǎi.He promised to turn over a new leaf and completely reform.
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