keep one's word

keep one's word(
kip
 
wuhnz
 
wuhrd
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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
1.
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
(general)
a. cumplir con la palabra
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
Michael is a very reliable person. I know he will keep his word.Michael es una persona muy confiable. Sé que cumplirá con su palabra.
b. cumplir la palabra
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
You made a promise to your family. You have to keep your word.Hiciste una promesa a tu familia. Debes cumplir tu palabra.
c. mantener la palabra
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
I kept my word, now you have to keep yours.Mantuve mi palabra y ahora tú tienes que mantener la tuya.
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