Promise
Noun, Verb
UK
/ˈprɒm.ɪs/
US
/ˈprɑː.mɪs/
Level: b1
Definition
(n) : A clear statement that you will do something or that something will happen.
(v) : To say you will surely do something.
(v) : To say you will surely do something.
Example
"(n) : She made a promise to support him for her whole life."
"(n) : Keeping your promises builds trust and shows others that you are responsible and dependable."
"(v) : She promised to return the book tomorrow and help her friend finish the project after school."
Explanation
A promise is when you tell someone that you will definitely do something or that something will happen. It shows commitment and trust. When you make a promise, people expect you to keep your word. Promises can be small, like helping a friend, or big, like supporting someone for life. Breaking a promise can hurt feelings or damage trust, while keeping promises builds strong relationships and respect between people.