Verbs of Swearing
Both words mean to formally promise or swear an oath.
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Both words mean to formally promise or swear an oath.
A hand (折) over words (言) makes a vow — to swear or pledge solemnly.
vow; pledge; swear an oath
swear an oath; make a vow; make a pledge
The oath between the two will never change.
He made a vow of love at the wedding.
He swore that he had never lied.
The general held a rally before the expedition.
I swear to protect you forever.
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Characters pronounced "shi".
Characters with radical "言".