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propose

UK
/prəˈpəʊz/
US
/prəˈpoʊz/
proposeverb
proposed
Past Simple
proposed
Past Participle
proposing
Gerund
UK
/prəˈpəʊz/
US
/prəˈpoʊz/
Translations
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
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?
Synonyms
proffer
submit
suggest
offer
recommend
advise
put forward
present
Antonyms
withdraw
reject
disapprove
proposegerund / present participle
Definitions
Currently putting forward or advocating something.
The proposing committee outlined its recommendations.
proposepast participle
Definitions
Suggested but not yet decided upon or carried out.
The proposed regulations will affect small businesses.
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