Meaning
To fail to fulfill a commitment or vow.
Cultural Background
In Brazil, promises are often linked to 'palavra' (word). Giving your word is a social contract. In Portugal, the phrase is used similarly but often with a slightly more formal tone in business.
Use with 'minha'
You can say 'quebrei a minha promessa' to be more specific.
Meaning
To fail to fulfill a commitment or vow.
Use with 'minha'
You can say 'quebrei a minha promessa' to be more specific.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Ele prometeu me ajudar, mas acabou ________ a promessa.
The correct collocation is 'quebrar a promessa'.
Which is correct?
Choose the natural sentence.
Requires the definite article 'a'.
🎉 Score: /2
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Practice Bank
2 exercisesEle prometeu me ajudar, mas acabou ________ a promessa.
The correct collocation is 'quebrar a promessa'.
Choose the natural sentence.
Requires the definite article 'a'.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but 'quebrar o contrato' is more common.
Related Phrases
Dar a palavra
contrastTo give one's word
Cumprir a promessa
contrastTo keep a promise
