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The past tense form of 'swear' is swore. Example: He swore to tell the truth in court. (He swore to tell the truth in court.)
Definition of “swear”
- to make a solemn declaration or promise
- to use offensive language
- to invoke a deity or sacred object
Tense sentence structure and examples:
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Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Past Simple | swore |
| Past Continuous | swearing |
| Past Perfect | sworn |
Past Simple
The simple past tense is used to describe completed actions or events that occurred at a specific point in the past.
Subject + Past Simple Verb + (Object)
Example
He swore allegiance to his country.
Example
She swore an oath of loyalty.
Past Continuous
The past continuous tense is used to indicate actions or events that were in progress or happening at a specific point in the past.
Subject + was/were + Present Participle + (Object)
Example
At that moment, he was swearing to protect the innocent.
Example
She wasn't swearing when she realized her mistake.
Past Perfect
The past perfect tense is used to show that one past action or event occurred before another past action or event, emphasizing the order of events in the past.
Subject + had + Past Participle + (Object)
Example
By the time he left office, he had sworn to serve the people.
Example
She had sworn never to give up.
Is swore an irregular verb in the past?
Yes, "swore" is an irregular past tense verb.
