oath-taking
expertC2/ˈoʊθ ˈteɪ.kɪŋ/ · oath-tak-ing
The act of making a solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness, regarding one's future actions or statements.
Meanings
The act of making a solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness, regarding one's future actions or statements.
ایک ایسا عمل جس میں ایک شخص خدائی گواہی دے کر مستقبل کے اعمال یا بیانات کے بارے میں ایک solemnh وعدہ کرتا ہے۔
قسم کھانا
qism khana
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- ceremonial oath-taking
- legal oath-taking
- oath-taking ceremony
Example Sentences
Oath-taking is often required before assuming a public office.
عہدے کا حلف اٹھانے سے پہلے قسم کھانا اکثر ضروری ہوتا ہے۔
Ahday ka halaf uthane se pehle qism khana aksar zaroori hota hai.
The oath-taking ceremony was conducted with great solemnity.
قسم کھانے کی تقریب بڑے اگلی انداز میں منعقد کی گئی۔
Qism khanay ki taqreeb bade egal andaaz mein manqad ki gai.
Oath-taking reflects a commitment to honesty and integrity.
قسم کھانا ایمانداری اور دیانتداری کے عزم کی عکاسی کرتا ہے۔
Qism khana imandari aur dianatdari ke azm ki akasi karta hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'oath-taking' as taking a stand with a witness.
Imagine a person raising their right hand and swearing before a judge.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
خوابوں میں بھی اقرار اور عہد وفا ہوتا ہے، کیا ہم کبھی خواب میں بھی قسم کھانے والے ہیں؟
Khawabon mein bhi iqrar aur ahd-e-wafa hota hai, Kya hum kabhi khwab mein bhi qism khanay walay hain?
In dreams, there is a pledge and a commitment, Are we ever the ones taking oaths even in dreams?
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
قسم کا پاس رکھنا ایمان کی علامت ہے۔
Qism ka paas rakhna imaan ki alamat hai.
Keeping one's oath is a sign of faith.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "āþ" — a solemn promise
First known use: 14th century
The term 'oath-taking' has roots in Old English 'āþ', referring to the act of swearing to speak the truth or uphold commitments, often in a legal or religious context.