commit oneself
[kəˈmɪt wʌnˈsɛlf]
verb phrase
comprometer-se
1. to pledge or bind oneself to a course of action; to make a firm decision to do something
She committed herself to finishing the project by the deadline.
Ela se comprometeu a terminar o projeto até o prazo.
2. to dedicate oneself fully to a person, cause, or relationship
They decided to commit themselves to each other in marriage.
Eles decidiram se comprometer um com o outro no casamento.
3. to allocate or devote resources, time, or effort to something
The company committed itself to sustainable practices.
A empresa se comprometeu com práticas sustentáveis.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'commit oneself' reflects values of responsibility and dedication. In Brazil, it's commonly used in professional, romantic, and civic contexts. Americans often emphasize personal commitment and self-determination, while Brazilians may emphasize relational commitment within family and community structures.
NYC Slang
lock in; get down with; ride or die for
Related Idioms & Phrases
commit oneself to a cause
commit oneself fully
commit oneself body and soul
take the plunge and commit oneself
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