Promis (en. Promised)

[pʁɔ.mi]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which has been given by commitment.
He is promised a bright future.
Il est promis à un avenir radieux.
Which is the subject of a promise.
The promised gift has finally been received.
Le cadeau promis a enfin été reçu.
Which is intended to be given or accomplished.
This is a project promised for a long time.
C'est un projet promis depuis longtemps.

Etymology

From the verb 'to promise'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

promised, sworn
Expression affirming that one will keep their promise.
promis, juré
promised to failure
Designates something intended to fail.
promis à l'échec
everything is promised
Indicates that everything is guaranteed or secured.
tout est promis

Related Words

promise
Commitment by which one commits to doing something.
promesse
to promise
To commit to doing or giving something.
promettre
commitment
Act of committing to keep a promise.
engagement

Slang Meanings

We don’t care about promises.
In the street, you know that promises are often viewed with skepticism.
Dans la rue, tu sais que les promesses sont souvent regardées avec scepticisme.
Promised raw
When he says promised, don’t believe it too much.
Quand il dit promis, n'y crois pas trop.