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How to Say "repentant" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “repentant” is “arrepentido” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishB1
adjectiveB1
sincerely regretful of one's sins or wrongdoings
A sad child sitting on a wooden bench, looking down at a broken toy with a regretful expression.

Examples

Estoy muy arrepentido de lo que te dije ayer.

I am very sorry for what I told you yesterday.

Ella no parece arrepentida por su decisión.

She doesn't seem regretful about her decision.

Si estás arrepentido, deberías pedir perdón.

If you are sorry, you should ask for forgiveness.

Use with 'Estar'

Since being sorry is a feeling or a state of mind, you must use the verb 'estar' (to be) rather than 'ser'.

The 'De' Connection

When you want to say what you are sorry for, always follow this word with 'de' (of/about). For example: 'Arrepentido de mi error'.

Choosing the wrong 'To Be'

Mistake: “Soy arrepentido.”

Correction: Estoy arrepentido. Use 'estar' because feelings are considered states, not permanent personality traits.

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