B1verbworkbusiness
US/prəˈmoʊt/
UK/prəˈməʊt/
to give someone a higher position at work; also to help something sell or grow
In context
She was promoted to team leader after only one year.
The singer is touring Asia to promote her new album.
The campaign aims to promote healthy eating in schools.
Words that go with promote
verb + preposition
- promote toHe was promoted to manager in March.
verb + noun
- promote a productInfluencers are paid to promote products.
- promote tourismThe city held a festival to promote tourism.
- promote healthThe program promotes health in rural areas.
adverb + verb
- actively promoteThe school actively promotes reading.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He was promoted to be manager.Correct: He was promoted to manager.