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No. 11,157 in French

promise

A declaration or assurance that one will do something or that a particular thing will happen.

In a sentence

  • Elle a tenu sa promesse d'aider son ami.

    She kept her promise to help her friend.

    The word 'promise' is used here as a noun to refer to an assurance or commitment made by someone.

  • Il promet de revenir avant le dîner.

    He promises to return before dinner.

    The word 'promet' is the verb form meaning 'to promise', indicating future intention.

  • Cette nouvelle technologie promet de grandes avancées.

    This new technology promises great advancements.

    Here, 'promet' metaphorically implies potential or likelihood for improvement.

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