solid pledge

[/ˈsɑːlɪd plɛdʒ/]
nounpl: solid pledges
promessa sólida
1. A firm, unwavering commitment or promise that is reliable and trustworthy
The company made a solid pledge to reduce carbon emissions by 50% within five years.
A empresa fez uma promessa sólida de reduzir as emissões de carbono em 50% em cinco anos.
2. A concrete guarantee or assurance backed by tangible evidence or sincere intent
His solid pledge to support the charity was demonstrated through years of consistent donations.
Sua promessa sólida de apoiar a caridade foi demonstrada através de anos de doações consistentes.
3. A binding commitment that is substantial and not merely superficial
The government's solid pledge to invest in education reform gained public confidence.
A promessa sólida do governo de investir na reforma educacional conquistou a confiança pública.
In Brazilian business culture, a 'solid pledge' (promessa sólida) carries significant weight and is often expected to be honored without written contracts in trusted relationships. In American corporate and political contexts, solid pledges are frequently used in marketing and public commitments to build credibility and investor confidence. The term emphasizes reliability and distinguishes serious commitments from casual promises.
NYC Slang
for real commitment / no cap
Synonyms / Sinônimos
firm commitmentsteadfast promisereliable assuranceconcrete pledgeunwavering vow
Antonyms / Antônimos
empty promisevague commitmenthollow pledgeunreliable promiseweak assurance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
promessa sólida
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
promessa firme
Alternative usage in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
compromisso sólido
Often used interchangeably in formal settings
Portugal
promessa sólida
European Portuguese uses the same primary term

Related Words

commitmentpromiseoathguaranteevowassurance

Related Idioms & Phrases

put your money where your mouth is
a promise is a promise
stand by one's word
make good on a pledge
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