How to Pronounce Promised

To pronounce "promised", say PROM-is-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹɒm.ɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɹɒm.ɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “promised”

"promised" has 3 syllables: prom-is-ed. It rhymes with psalmist and calmest, if that helps it stick.

What does promised mean?

verb

  1. To commit to (some action or outcome), or to assure (a person) of such commitment; to make an oath or vow.

    “He promised to never return to this town again.”

  2. To give grounds for expectation, especially of something good.

    “The clouds promise rain.”

adjective

  1. Predicted; expected; anticipated.
  2. Under obligation to some future commitment, such as a marriage or vocation.

Synonyms

halsen

Words that rhyme with promised

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

psalmistcalmestpalmist

Related words

securesaidpermittedassuredallowedagreedhonestcommitted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "promised"?▾

"Promised" has 3 syllables: prom · is · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "promised"?▾

The IPA transcription of "promised" is /ˈpɹɒm.ɪst/.

What does "promised" mean?▾

Promised: To commit to (some action or outcome), or to assure (a person) of such commitment; to make an oath or vow.

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