saad

promise; vownoun

Alternative meanings

A commitment to do, give, or fulfill something. It can also mean a vow, pledge, or a given word depending on context.

Pronunciation

SAH-ad

Root and affixes

Root: saad. It can be used as the noun promise and also in verb forms related to promising.

Variants or conjugations

nagsaad = promised or is promising; mosaad = will promise; gisaad = was promised; panumpa = oath or solemn vow in some contexts.

Related words and expressions

tuman = fulfill; pagtuman = fulfillment; pulong = word; panumpa = oath; kasabotan = agreement

Meaning and usage notes

Saad works for personal promises, commitments, and vows. For a formal or religious oath, panumpa may be more specific.