From root: sumpa
Usage Note
Panunumpa is specifically used for formal swearing-in ceremonies, such as an official's oath of office or a professional's pledge.
Examples
" Bukas ang panunumpa. "
Natural Translation
The oath-taking is tomorrow.
Literal Translation
Tomorrow the oath-taking.
" Gaganapin bukas ang panunumpa ng mga opisyal. "
Natural Translation
The oath-taking of the officials will be held tomorrow.
Literal Translation
Will-be-held tomorrow the oath-taking of the officials.
" Dumalo ang buong pamilya sa panunumpa ng bagong halal na pangulo sa harap ng maraming tao. "
Natural Translation
The whole family attended the oath-taking of the newly elected president in front of many people.
Literal Translation
Attended the whole family in-the oath-taking of-the new elected president in front of many people.
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