English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "promise you my" Mean?

Learn what "promise you my" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Reassure

I promise you,

It means the speaker is reassuring someone that the daughter is kind and better-mannered than the speaker.

From Hidden Agenda, Episode 50

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone reassures the listener by saying their daughter is kinder than they are.

Usage Scenario

Use this when introducing or defending a family member in a warm, light way. It sounds natural in casual conversation, but the wording is a little playful.

Better ways to say it

1
I promise you, my daughter is nicer than me.
2
My daughter is kinder than I am.
3
Trust me, she's much nicer than I am.

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