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promise

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹɑmɪs/]

Word

Learn how to use promise in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “commitment”

(noun) a declaration or assurance that one will do something in the future. It is a statement that you will definitely do what you say.

Example

She made a promise to always be there for her best friend.

Example

He broke his promise to help with the project.

Example

Have you ever broken a promise before?

Context: “commitment”

(verb) to assure someone that one will definitely do, give, or arrange something; undertake or declare that something will happen. It is when you tell someone that you will definitely do something in the future.

Example

I promise to call you as soon as I get home.

Example

He promised to finish his homework but never did.

Example

Can you promise to bring your favorite toy to show-and-tell?

How to pronounce promise

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹɑmɪs/]

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