Chinese
nuòyán
Meaning: promise; word of honor
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

諾言
諾
言
诺言
诺
言

Example sentences

He is a man of his word.
他終於實踐了自己的諾言。
他终于实践了自己的诺言。
He finally fulfilled his promise.
他兌現了他的諾言。
他兑现了他的诺言。
He fulfilled his promise.

Usage Notes

Refers to a promise or a pledge made to someone.

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