This is the 5278th most frequent Swedish word.
edsvära
"Edsvära" means "to take an oath" or "to swear allegiance."
In this sentence, 'edsvära' is used as a noun referring to the act of taking an oath in a legal context.
Jag måste avlägga en edsvära inför domstolen.
I must take an oath in front of the court.
Here, 'edsvära' is mentioned as a historical practice in judicial proceedings, illustrating its significance in past societies.
Under medeltiden var en edsvära en viktig del av rättssystemet.
During the Middle Ages, an oath was an important part of the legal system.
In this context, 'edsvära' is used as a verb, meaning to take an oath or swear, showcasing its application in verbal form.