No. 2,627 in Portuguese
juro
"Juro" means "interest" (as in financial interest).
In a sentence
Eu juro que farei meu melhor.
I swear that I will do my best.
The word 'juro' here is used as a verb meaning 'I swear', used to express a strong promise or guarantee.
O banco oferece um juro anual de 5%.
The bank offers an annual interest rate of 5%.
The word 'juro' in this sentence refers to 'interest rate', commonly used in financial contexts.
Deixe-me garantir que é verdade: sim, juro.
Let me assure you it is true: yes, I swear.
This usage of 'juro' reiterates a promise in short, affirming one's statement emphatically.
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