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UK//jʊ swɔː ðə kɪŋ ən aʊθ//US//ju swɔr ðə kɪŋ ən oʊθ//

Meaning of You swore the king an oath

To make a serious promise or commitment, especially to a leader.

In simple words: You promised something serious to the king.

You swore the king an oath in a sentence

  • You swore the king an oath of loyalty during the ceremony.
  • In ancient times, knights swore the king an oath before battles.
  • She swore the king an oath to uphold the laws of the land.
  • He swore the king an oath, sealing his fate as a loyal subject.
  • To become a knight, you must swore the king an oath of fealty.

How to use You swore the king an oath

Use 'swore' in serious contexts, often in historical or ceremonial language. It may not be suitable in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

swore + object + an oath

Memory hint

Think 'sworn in movie scenes' where characters make serious promises.

Related words

Collocations with You swore the king an oath

  • swore an oath
  • swear loyalty
  • take an oath
  • swore allegiance

Synonyms for You swore the king an oath

Common mistakes with You swore the king an oath

  • 'Swore' is often confused with 'sworn' when forming past tenses.
  • Misusing 'swore' with an incorrect subject, like 'I swore to him the king'.
  • Confusing the meaning of 'swear' with 'speak' instead of a promise.

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Frequently asked questions about You swore the king an oath

What does You swore the king an oath mean?

You promised something serious to the king.

What is the definition of You swore the king an oath?

To make a serious promise or commitment, especially to a leader.

How do you use You swore the king an oath in a sentence?

You swore the king an oath of loyalty during the ceremony.

Can you give another example of You swore the king an oath?

In ancient times, knights swore the king an oath before battles.

What are synonyms for You swore the king an oath?

Common alternatives include pledged, promised, vowed, pledged allegiance.

What words go with You swore the king an oath?

It commonly pairs with swore an oath, swear loyalty, take an oath, swore allegiance.

What are common mistakes when using You swore the king an oath?

'Swore' is often confused with 'sworn' when forming past tenses. Misusing 'swore' with an incorrect subject, like 'I swore to him the king'. Confusing the meaning of 'swear' with 'speak' instead of a promise.

How do you pronounce You swore the king an oath?

US: //ju swɔr ðə kɪŋ ən oʊθ//, UK: //jʊ swɔː ðə kɪŋ ən aʊθ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You swore the king an oath formal or informal?

"You swore the king an oath" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use You swore the king an oath?

Use 'swore' in serious contexts, often in historical or ceremonial language. It may not be suitable in casual conversation.