Prometió (en. Promised)

/pɾo.meˈtjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To make a promise that something will be done or given in the future.
He promised that he would come to the party.
Él prometió que vendría a la fiesta.
To offer a guarantee about something that will happen.
The doctor promised that the operation would be successful.
El doctor prometió que la operación sería exitosa.
To commit to carrying out an action in the future.
She promised to study more for the exams.
Ella prometió estudiar más para los exámenes.

Etymology

From the Latin 'promittere', which means to send forward.

Common Phrases and Expressions

promised the gold and the Moor
Made a grand promise that is difficult to fulfill.
prometió el oro y el moro
promised and did not fulfill
Committed to doing something but did not carry it out.
prometió y no cumplió
promised her love
Expressed his intention to love someone in the future.
prometió su amor

Related Words

promise
Commitment to do or not do something.
promesa
commitment
Agreement or pact between parties.
compromiso
assurance
Guarantee that something will be carried out.
aseguramiento

Slang Meanings

To make a promise with ulterior motives.
That promise he made to you, he might not keep it, it's just hot air.
Esa promesa que te hizo, tal vez no la cumpla, es puro blablabla.
To say something to make a good impression, without serious intent.
When he said he would come, he only said it to avoid looking bad.
Cuando dijo que vendría, solo lo dijo para no quedar mal.