No. 4,933 in French
serment
Oath or solemn promise.
In a sentence
Il a prononcé un serment de fidélité envers son pays.
He took an oath of allegiance to his country.
The word 'serment' refers to a formal and solemn promise or oath, often made publicly or as a formal declaration of loyalty or commitment.
Les témoins ont prêté serment avant de témoigner au tribunal.
The witnesses took an oath before testifying in court.
Here, 'serment' is used in the context of a legal proceeding, signifying a solemn declaration to speak the truth.
Lors de la cérémonie, elle a fait un serment d'aider les nécessiteux.
During the ceremony, she made a vow to help those in need.
In this sentence, 'serment' is used to describe a promise made in a ceremonial or formal occasion to undertake actions driven by moral or ethical considerations.
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