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I have promised vs i promised

Both "I have promised" and "I promised" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "I have promised" is used when the action of promising took place in the past, yet is connected to the present moment or has relevance to the present. "I promised" is used when the action of promising is completed in the past and there is no specific connection to the present.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when the action of promising is connected to the present moment or has relevance to the present.

"I have promised"

Use "I have promised" when you want to emphasize that the action of promising is still relevant or connected to the present time. It indicates a link between the past action of promising and the present moment.

Examples:

  • I have promised to help you with your project.
  • She has promised to call me back by noon.
  • They have promised to attend the meeting tomorrow.
  • He has promised to take care of the situation.
  • Have you promised to pick up the kids from school?
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Alternatives:

  • I have made a promise
  • I have given my word
  • I have committed to
  • I have assured
  • I have pledged

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when the action of promising is completed in the past and there is no specific connection to the present.

"i promised"

Use "I promised" when you are referring to a past action of promising that is already completed and not necessarily relevant to the present moment. It indicates a simple statement of a promise made in the past.

Examples:

  • I promised to call you as soon as I arrived.
  • She promised to bring the book back tomorrow.
  • They promised to finish the project by the end of the week.
  • He promised to help with the event setup.
  • Did you promise to water the plants while I'm away?
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Alternatives:

  • I made a promise
  • I gave my word
  • I committed to
  • I assured
  • I pledged

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