swear in German
swear in German is schwören, fluchen, schimpfen — swear means to make a solemn promise or formal declaration, often under oath.
swear in German
schwören
fluchen
(ambitransitive) To use offensive, profane, or obscene language.
schimpfen
(ambitransitive) To use offensive, profane, or obscene language.
What does "swear" mean?
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verb To make a solemn promise or formal declaration, often under oath.
"The witness had to swear to tell the truth before testifying."
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verb To use rude, crude, or offensive language.
"He swore loudly after stubbing his toe."
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swear in a sentence
- The witness had to swear to tell the truth before testifying.
- I swear I'll pay you back by Friday.
- He swore loudly after stubbing his toe.
- Try not to swear in front of the kids.
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What is "swear" in German?
"swear" in German is schwören, fluchen, schimpfen. swear means: To make a solemn promise or formal declaration, often under oath.
How do you use "swear" in a sentence?
Example: "The witness had to swear to tell the truth before testifying." In German, "swear" is schwören, fluchen, schimpfen.
Are there other ways to say "swear" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "swear": schwören, fluchen, schimpfen.
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