This is the 9917th most frequent German word.
offenbarungseid
A sworn declaration of financial insolvency.
In this sentence, 'Offenbarungseid' refers to a formal declaration of insolvency, often in a legal or business context.
Die Geschäftsführung musste Konkurs anmelden und einen Offenbarungseid leisten.
The management had to declare bankruptcy and take an oath of disclosure.
Here, 'Offenbarungseid' is used metaphorically to denote an implicit admission or clear demonstration of someone's inability or shortcomings.
Seine Rede vor dem Parlament war ein wahrer Offenbarungseid seiner Unfähigkeit.
His speech in the parliament was a true admission of his incompetence.
In this context, 'Offenbarungseid' conveys the literal legal act of declaring one's financial status under oath, often due to insolvency.