This is the 11157th most frequent French word.
promise
A declaration or assurance that one will do something or that a particular thing will happen.
The word 'promise' is used here as a noun to refer to an assurance or commitment made by someone.
Elle a tenu sa promesse d'aider son ami.
She kept her promise to help her friend.
The word 'promet' is the verb form meaning 'to promise', indicating future intention.
Il promet de revenir avant le dîner.
He promises to return before dinner.
Here, 'promet' metaphorically implies potential or likelihood for improvement.