oath
/əʊθ/ · /oʊθ/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #5670 in the learning path
誓言；宣誓
Definitions
n. A formal promise to tell the truth or fulfil a duty.
誓言；宣誓
Example
The witness took an oath before answering any questions.
证人在回答任何问题之前先宣了誓。
Public officials who swear an oath to serve society should remain accountable for their decisions and conduct.
宣誓为社会服务的公职人员应对自己的决策和行为负责。
Collocations
- take an oath
- swear an oath
- under oath
- break an oath
Synonyms
- vow
- pledge
Usage tip
under oath指已宣誓说真话，常用于法庭语境。
FAQ
- What does oath mean?
- A formal promise to tell the truth or fulfil a duty.
- How is oath pronounced?
- UK /əʊθ/, US /oʊθ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
