das Versprechen
the promise
Beginner Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation
/das fɛɐ̯ˈʃpʁɛçn̩/
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Cultural Note
In German culture, keeping one's word ('sein Wort halten') is considered a matter of personal honor. The 'Eheversprechen' (marriage vow) is the most sacred form of promise. Breaking a promise ('ein Versprechen brechen') is seen as a serious character flaw.
📝 Example Sentences
Ein Versprechen muss man halten.
A promise must be kept.
Er brach sein Versprechen.
He broke his promise.
Das Versprechen der ewigen Liebe.
The promise of eternal love.