Definition
誓约 is a formal or literary noun meaning 'a solemn promise or agreement'. Unlike the verb 发誓 (to vow), 誓约 refers to the promise itself — something you make or keep (立下誓约, 遵守誓约). You'll see it in written Chinese, legal contexts, and serious declarations. It's not used in everyday conversation.
n.
(formal) a solemn promise or agreementa vowa pledge
Examples
- 誓约。Tāmen lì xià le yǒngjiǔ de shì yuē.They made a permanent vow.
- 誓约。Zhège shì yuē dàibiǎo zhe shuāngfāng de xìnrèn.This pledge represents the trust between both parties.
- 誓约。Tā bèipàn le zìjǐ dāngchū de shì yuē.He betrayed his original vow.
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