swear

• Verbo que significa hacer una promesa solemne o un juramento, o usar lenguaje obsceno o blasfemo.

A verb used to indicate making a solemn promise or vow, or to use profane language.

verbo irregular

1. Use profane languageA2informal

   To use rude or offensive words, especially when angry.

   Decir palabrotas

   • He swore loudly when he dropped his phone.
   • She swore at the driver who cut her off.
   • Don't swear in front of the children.

   Sinónimosblasphemecursecuss

2. Make a solemn promiseB1formal

   To promise or vow something seriously, often under oath.

   jurar solemnemente

   • He swore to tell the truth in court.
   • She swore allegiance to her country.
   • They swore an oath of secrecy.

   Sinónimosattestavowcovenantpledgepromisevow

3. Vow or affirm stronglyB2formal

   To state or promise something with great conviction.

   Jurarse o afirmar solemnemente

   • I swear I didn't take your book.
   • She swore she would never speak to him again.
   • He swore by his honor to complete the task.

   Sinónimosaffirmassertattestavowdeclarepledgepromisevow

Variantes phrasalswear inswear offswear out