propose

UK
/prəˈpəʊz/
US
/prəˈpoʊz/

Translations

proposeverb
proposed
Past Simple
proposed
Past Participle
proposing
Gerund
UK
/prəˈpəʊz/
US
/prəˈpoʊz/
avoir l’intention de
They propose to expand the factory next year.
Ils ont l’intention d’agrandir l’usine l’année prochaine.
demander en mariage
He proposed to her during a romantic dinner.
Il lui a demandé en mariage lors d’un dîner romantique.
proposerDans l’expression figée « proposer un toast ».
May I propose a toast to the happy couple?
Puis-je proposer un toast aux heureux mariés ?
proposerAu sens de présenter quelqu’un à une fonction ou à une charge.
He was proposed as a candidate for the board of directors.
Il a été proposé comme candidat au conseil d’administration.
She proposed a new strategy to improve sales.
Elle a proposé une nouvelle stratégie pour améliorer les ventes.

Definitions

proposeverb
To put forward an idea or plan for consideration or discussion by others.
She proposed a new strategy to improve sales.
To suggest someone for a position or role.
He was proposed as a candidate for the board of directors.
To make an offer of marriage.
He proposed to her during a romantic dinner.
To intend or plan to do something.
They propose to expand the factory next year.
To formally suggest drinking in honour of someone or something.
May I propose a toast to the happy couple?