On your honour
phrase
A promise that something will be done or is true, based on the personal integrity and honesty of the person making the promise.
I will return the book to you on Monday, on my honour.
Often appears as...
- on my honour
- i swear on my honour
Usage tips
Formal
phrase
Used to emphasize the sincerity of an oath or promise.
The witness swore, on his honour, to tell the truth in the court.
Often appears as...
- swear on your honour
- on his honour he promised
Usage tips
Formal
Legal
phrase
An assurance of truthful or authentic behavior based on one's personal respect for oneself and for others.
On your honour, you should never steal or lie.
Often appears as...
- promise on your honour
- on my honour i will not
Usage tips
Formal
Ethical
phrase
A promise that something will be done or is true, based on the personal integrity and honesty of the person making the promise.
I will return the book to you on Monday, on my honour.
Often appears as...
- on my honour
- i swear on my honour
Usage tips
Formal
phrase
Used to emphasize the sincerity of an oath or promise.
The witness swore, on his honour, to tell the truth in the court.
Often appears as...
- swear on your honour
- on his honour he promised
Usage tips
Formal
Legal
phrase
An assurance of truthful or authentic behavior based on one's personal respect for oneself and for others.
On your honour, you should never steal or lie.
Often appears as...
- promise on your honour
- on my honour i will not
Usage tips
Formal
Ethical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Personal Integrity
Use 'on your honour' to show you're trustworthy and take your promise very seriously.
I will look after your dog while you're away, on my honour.
Pro Tip 2/2Not Legally Binding
'On your honour' is a moral agreement, not a legal contract.
You must do your homework, on your honour.
Pro Tip 1/2Personal Integrity
Use 'on your honour' to show you're trustworthy and take your promise very seriously.
I will look after your dog while you're away, on my honour.
Pro Tip 2/2Not Legally Binding
'On your honour' is a moral agreement, not a legal contract.
You must do your homework, on your honour.
Pro Tip 1/2Personal Integrity
Use 'on your honour' to show you're trustworthy and take your promise very seriously.
I will look after your dog while you're away, on my honour.
Pro Tip 2/2Not Legally Binding
'On your honour' is a moral agreement, not a legal contract.
You must do your homework, on your honour.
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