swearing

英文释义

n profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger
n a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury
v utter obscenities or profanities
v to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true
v promise solemnly; take an oath
v make a deposition; declare under oath
v have confidence or faith in

中文翻译

[法] 发誓, 宣誓

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记忆技巧

swearing 由动词 swear 加上现在分词后缀 -ing 组成,swear 意思是发誓或咒骂,-ing 表示正在进行的动作。

例句

1. She was upset and started swearing at the driver.
她很生气,开始对司机咒骂。
2. Swearing in public can be considered rude.
在公共场合咒骂可能被认为是不礼貌的。
3. He apologized for swearing in front of the children.
他为在孩子面前咒骂而道歉。

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