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誓言 (shìyán) - use 发誓 when emphasizing the act of making a vow, while 誓言 refers more to the content or statement of the vow itself.
Be mindful of the tone when using this verb; it is typically used in more serious or formal contexts. A common mistake is to use it casually, as in '我发誓我会去商店' (I swear I will go to the store), which may sound too dramatic. Instead, reserve it for promises that have significant weight.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 发誓 connects to other words expressing commitment or strong emotion. Students should focus on practicing this word in context, linking it with phrases that express determination or promises, such as '保证' (to guarantee) or '承诺' (to commit).
Learners often confuse 发誓 with similar phrases like '承诺' (to commit), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我承诺我会成功' instead of '我发誓我会成功' may lessen the intensity of the promise.
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How to say to vow in Chinese
“to vow” in Chinese is发誓
发誓 means to vow, pledge, or swear to do something. It is often used in contexts where someone makes a serious promise or commitment, typically with strong personal conviction. This term can convey a sense of urgency or importance, reflecting the speaker's determination.
When to use 发誓
Be mindful of the tone when using this verb; it is typically used in more serious or formal contexts. A common mistake is to use it casually, as in '我发誓我会去商店' (I swear I will go to the store), which may sound too dramatic. Instead, reserve it for promises that have significant weight.
发誓 or something close to it
誓言 (shìyán) - use 发誓 when emphasizing the act of making a vow, while 誓言 refers more to the content or statement of the vow itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 发誓 with similar phrases like '承诺' (to commit), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我承诺我会成功' instead of '我发誓我会成功' may lessen the intensity of the promise.
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Grammar Patterns of 发誓
发誓 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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戴维____要离开这个项目，我不得不对他表示钦佩。
I had to admire David's vow that he would leave the programme.
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You can say, '我发誓我会努力学习' (I vow to study hard).
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