noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
Used when someone admits or acknowledges something about themselves, often a fact, fault, or responsibility. Common in formal or serious contexts.
彼は自分の過ちを自認した。
He admitted his own mistake.
会社は責
The company acknowledged its responsibility and apologized.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
self-identification
Refers to identifying oneself as belonging to a certain category, group, or having a particular trait. Often used in sociological or identity-related contexts.
彼は自分をフェミニストと自認している。
He self-identifies as a feminist.