Meaning of the word "a fault confessed is half redressed" in English
What does "a fault confessed is half redressed" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a fault confessed is half redressed
US /ə fɔlt kənˈfɛst ɪz hæf ˌriːˈdrɛst/
UK /ə fɔlt kənˈfɛst ɪz hɑːf ˌriːˈdrɛst/
Idiom
admitting that you have done something wrong is the first step toward making it right
Example:
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I know you're scared to tell him you broke the vase, but remember, a fault confessed is half redressed.
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He felt much better after apologizing, proving that a fault confessed is half redressed.