Meaning
«I have to admit that» é uma expressão em inglês usada para introduzir uma declaração que pode ser um pouco embaraçosa ou surpreendente, mas que a pessoa sente ser importante reconhecer. Em português, pode ser entendida como "tenho que admitir que" ou "preciso reconhecer que".
Essa expressão é frequentemente utilizada para mostrar honestidade ou contrição, e pode ser usada em diversas situações para demonstrar que a pessoa está sendo sincera ao compartilhar algo. Por exemplo, alguém pode dizer: «I have to admit that I was wrong about the movie» («Tenho que admitir que eu estava errado sobre o filme»), reconhecendo um erro ou mudando de opinião.
Na prática, ao usar «I have to admit that», a pessoa geralmente está introduzindo uma confissão ou uma verdade que pode não ser imediatamente óbvia ou que pode contrariar as expectativas dos outros. É uma forma de abrir diálogo com transparência e sinceridade, frequentemente usada em conversas informais e formais.
Portanto, a expressão pode ser uma ferramenta útil para encorajar a comunicação aberta e honesta, seja em situações pessoais ou profissionais.
Today's Sentences
- I have to admit that she is pretty.
- I have to admit that you were right.
- I have to admit that my health has improved.
- I have to admit that these flowers are beautiful.
- I have to admit that this sandwich is very delicious.
- Writer's Note
01
I have to admit that she is pretty.
Situation 1
Your kids are beautiful!
Especially your daughter.
Especialmente sua filha.
I have to admit that she is pretty.
You must be extremely proud of them.
I am.
Situation 2
You and your wife look amazing tonight.
Thanks!
I have to admit that she is pretty.
Eu tenho que admitir que ela é bonita.
It’s so great to see you two so happy.
I'm really happy that I found the one.
02
I have to admit that you were right.
Situation 1
Aren’t you glad that you ordered the steak?
I have to admit that you were right.
I knew you wouldn’t be happy with a salmon salad.
You know me too well.
Situation 2
Didn’t I tell you that it was dangerous?
I have to admit that you were right.
You would've gotten hurt if you'd bought that secondhand motorbike.
Thank goodness I decided to buy a car instead.
03
I have to admit that my health has improved.
Situation 1
How have you been?
I’ve been doing well.
I know you were sick a few years ago.
Are things better?
As coisas estão melhores?
I have to admit that my health has improved.
Thank you for asking.
Obrigado por perguntar.
Situation 2
You look great! How have you been?
I have to admit that my health has improved.
That’s wonderful to hear.
I’ve been cancer-free for 6 years now.
04
I have to admit that these flowers are beautiful.
Situation 1
Are these for me?
Yes!
Happy Birthday.
Feliz Aniversário.
You didn’t have to.
I have to admit that these flowers are beautiful though.
Tenho que admitir que essas flores são lindas.
I thought you’d like them.
Situation 2
Look at all these flowers!
Surprise!
I thought I’d decorate the house for you.
Pensei em decorar a casa para você.
I have to admit that these flowers are beautiful.
Our home looks and smells amazing!
Nossa casa está com uma aparência e um cheiro incrível!
I hope this makes your day.
05
I have to admit that this sandwich is very delicious.
Situation 1
Did you make lunch for everyone at the office?
I did!
Help yourself to a sandwich!
Sinta-se à vontade para pegar um sanduíche!
Wow, I have to admit that this sandwich is very delicious.
Thank you.
You should have seconds!
Você deveria repetir!
Situation 2
Do you wanna try this sandwich I made?
Wow!
I have to admit that this sandwich is very delicious.
Eu tenho que admitir que este sanduíche está muito delicioso.
I hope you aren’t too full before dinner.
Don't worry, I always leave room for dinner.
Writer's Note
Depending on the situation, "to admit" something means to affirm a truth or to positively confess to engaging a specific thought, statement or action.
Affirming the truth means you say 'yes' or to confirm that something is true. The examples given above are more like truth affirming phrases.
Another way you "admit to something" is if you confess to an action that you are guilty of or feel bad about. In this case, you may tell your husband that you cheated on him. You could tell your parents that you shoplifted from the mall or confess to a serious crime.
What kind of actions or thoughts can you tell us about? What have you felt bad about in the past? Let us know!
