das Bekenntnis
Translation
confession, admission, profession (of faith), commitment
Examples
Er legte ein volles Bekenntnis ab.
He made a full confession.
Das ist ein Bekenntnis zu unseren Werten.
This is a commitment to our values.
Grammar Patterns
to make a confession/commitment ((to sth.)) Er legte ein Bekenntnis zur Demokratie ab.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Geständnis, Eingeständnis, Glaubensbekenntnis
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'bekennen' (to confess), a combination of 'be-' and 'kennen' (to know). It signifies the act of making one's knowledge public.
Memory Tips
Associate it with making what you 'know' (kennen) about yourself known (be-).