Cool MateMeaning of You can't promise somethin' like that
To make a commitment about a situation or action that is unlikely to happen.
In simple words: You cannot make a promise about something like that.
You can't promise somethin' like that in a sentence
- You can't promise somethin' like that; it's just too risky.
- Don't say you can help; you can't promise somethin' like that.
- She looks worried and says, 'You can't promise somethin' like that to him.'
- In the meeting, someone said, 'You can't just promise somethin' like that and not deliver.'
How to use You can't promise somethin' like that
Used in casual conversation, often implies doubt or impossibility about the promise made.
Grammar pattern
promise + object
Memory hint
Think of it as a casual way to say you can't commit.
Related words
Collocations with You can't promise somethin' like that
- make a promise
- keep a promise
- promise to help
- promise someone
- promise you won't
Common mistakes with You can't promise somethin' like that
- 'Promise' is often confused with 'guarantee', which have different meanings.
- Learners may forget to use 'that' after 'like' when trying to convey a specific example.
- 'Somethin'' is sometimes mistakenly written as 'something' in informal contexts.
Compare You can't promise somethin' like that with Vow, Pledge, Assure, Commit, Guarantee
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Frequently asked questions about You can't promise somethin' like that
What does You can't promise somethin' like that mean?
You cannot make a promise about something like that.
What is the definition of You can't promise somethin' like that?
To make a commitment about a situation or action that is unlikely to happen.
How do you use You can't promise somethin' like that in a sentence?
You can't promise somethin' like that; it's just too risky.
Can you give another example of You can't promise somethin' like that?
Don't say you can help; you can't promise somethin' like that.
What are synonyms for You can't promise somethin' like that?
Common alternatives include vow, pledge, assure, commit, guarantee.
What words go with You can't promise somethin' like that?
It commonly pairs with make a promise, keep a promise, promise to help, promise someone, promise you won't.
What are common mistakes when using You can't promise somethin' like that?
'Promise' is often confused with 'guarantee', which have different meanings. Learners may forget to use 'that' after 'like' when trying to convey a specific example. 'Somethin'' is sometimes mistakenly written as 'something' in informal contexts.
How do you pronounce You can't promise somethin' like that?
US: //ju kɑnt ˈprɑmɪs ˈsʌmθɪŋ laɪk ðæt//, UK: //juː kɑːnt ˈprɒmɪs ˈsʌmθɪŋ laɪk ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is You can't promise somethin' like that formal or informal?
"You can't promise somethin' like that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use You can't promise somethin' like that?
Used in casual conversation, often implies doubt or impossibility about the promise made.