propose
UK/prә'pәuz/US
NGSL 1kIELTSTOEFLB1
Definitions
v.
To put forward a plan or idea for others to consider
提议，提出
v.
To intend or plan to do something
打算，意图
v.
To ask someone to marry you
求婚
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpro- (forward, before) + pose (place) = 'to place before.' You set an idea out in front of others for them to weigh. The marriage sense is the same gesture made personal — putting the question forward.
Root pos still carries 66 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
She proposed a new approach to cut costs.
- 2.
He proposed to her on the beach at sunset.
- 3.
I propose that we vote on it now.
Easily Confused
propose vs suggest: both put an idea forward, but propose is more formal and definite — you propose a motion, a marriage, a candidate. suggest is softer and more tentative — you suggest we leave early. Propose 'to do' something means you intend it; suggest carries no such commitment.