vallomás
Vallomás is a Hungarian term that broadly translates as confession, admission, or testimony. It can denote an admission of guilt or complicity, a formal statement of facts, or a declaration of truth in both religious and secular contexts. The exact sense depends on the setting.
Etymology and usage: Vallomás derives from the verb vallani (to confess, to testify) with the suffix -ás,
Religious sense: In religious contexts, vallomás can refer to confession of sins. However, in everyday Hungarian
Legal sense: In law, vallomás denotes a formal statement by a suspect or a witness about facts
Nuances: Distinctions exist between tanúvallomás (witness statement) and a confession by the accused; the weight and