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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