宣
誓

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The word 宣誓 is formed by combining two characters, each contributing a vivid conceptual layer: 宣 depicts a formal declaration under a roof (suggesting ceremony or authority), while 誓 visually represents a binding pledge, historically composed of elements meaning "arrow" and "tongue", symbolizing words as piercing and unbreakable. Together, they create the composite idea of a solemn, public oath where one formally declares and binds themselves to their spoken words.

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他今天宣誓就职。

Tā jīntiān xuānshì jiùzhí.

He swore into office today.

新总统在国会宣誓。

Xīn zǒngtǒng zài guóhuì xuānshì.

The new president swore an oath in Congress.

所有士兵都必须宣誓效忠。

Suǒyǒu shìbīng dōu bìxū xuānshì xiàozhōng.

All soldiers must swear loyalty.

在庄严的仪式上，他郑重地宣誓。

Zài zhuāngyán de yíshì shàng, tā zhèngzhòng de xuānshì.

At the solemn ceremony, he solemnly swore an oath.

作为一名公民，我宣誓遵守国家的法律和宪法。

Zuòwéi yī míng gōngmín, wǒ xuānshì zūnshǒu guójiā de fǎlǜ hé xiànfǎ.

As a citizen, I swear to abide by the country's laws and constitution.

Word Definition - 宣誓

xuān shì to swear an oath (of office); to make a vow

Individual Character Details

宣 xuān, xuān
誓 shì