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keep one's word(
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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.).
1. (idiom) (general)
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).
a. cumplir con la palabra (idiom)
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).
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 (idiom)
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).
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 (idiom)
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).
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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