prometedor
“prometedor” means “promising” in Spanish (showing signs of future success).
promising
Also: up-and-coming, encouraging
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El joven tenista tiene un futuro muy prometedor.
A2The young tennis player has a very promising future.
Los científicos anunciaron resultados prometedores en el nuevo estudio.
B1The scientists announced promising results in the new study.
Parece un negocio prometedor, pero hay que tener cuidado.
B2It seems like a promising business, but we have to be careful.
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From the Spanish verb 'prometer' (to promise), which comes from the Latin 'promittere,' meaning to send forward or to promise beforehand.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'prometedor' only for professional things?
No, you can use it for anything that shows potential, like the weather, a first date, or a new hobby!
Can I use 'prometedor' as a noun?
Not really. If you want to talk about a 'promising person,' you usually say 'una joven promesa'.
What is the plural form?
The plural is 'prometedores' for masculine/mixed groups and 'prometedoras' for feminine groups.