jurar
to swear / to vow
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ʒuˈɾaɾ/
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Cultural Note
Jurar carries a stronger weight than 'prometer' in Portuguese. 'Jurar por Deus' (to swear by God) is a common intensifier. In Brazilian slang, 'jura?' (you swear?) is used like 'really?' to express surprise. Wedding vows are called 'juramentos' or 'votos,' reflecting the solemnity of the act.
📝 Example Sentences
Juro que nunca mais te vou mentir.
I swear I will never lie to you again.
Eles juraram amor eterno.
They swore eternal love.
Juras que é verdade?
Do you swear it's true?