promettere
to promise
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/proˈmɛttere/
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Cultural Note
In Italian culture, a promise (promessa) is taken seriously, especially in family and romantic relationships. 'Mantenere una promessa' (to keep a promise) is a mark of honor. Breaking a promise can damage trust deeply in Italian social circles.
📝 Example Sentences
Ti prometto che non succederà più.
I promise you it won't happen again.
Mi ha promesso di tornare presto.
He promised me he would come back soon.
Non promettere ciò che non puoi mantenere.
Don't promise what you can't keep.