No. 7,869 in Catalan
comprometre
To commit or to compromise.
In a sentence
Vaig prometre que no em comprometria en temes polítics.
I promised not to engage in political issues.
Here, 'comprometre' is used to mean 'to engage or involve oneself' in a certain matter, indicating a decision to stay unengaged.
Ell va comprometre la seva seguretat revelant aquesta informació.
He compromised his safety by revealing that information.
In this context, 'comprometre' is employed to mean 'to endanger or put at risk,' showing a negative consequence of an action.
Els dos països es van comprometre a col·laborar per protegir el medi ambient.
The two countries pledged to collaborate to protect the environment.
Here, 'comprometre' indicates a commitment or pledge, reflecting agreement or promise to undertake an action.
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