propose

«propose» in Mova's school dictionary: To suggest a plan or idea for others to think about: I… — its meaning for a pupil, its sense in the lessons and examples.

part of speech

verb (propose, proposes, proposed, proposing)

meaning for a pupil

1) To suggest a plan or idea for others to think about: I propose we have a picnic. tree →

2) To ask someone to marry you. tree →

3) (formal) To intend or plan to do something: What do you propose to do? tree →

4) To suggest someone for a job or vote. tree →

sense in the lessons

In school councils and debates you propose an idea or a motion and others vote. In stories and real life someone may propose marriage, often kneeling with a ring. In science you propose a hypothesis to test. Formal exam voice: «Propose a method.»

examples

• I propose that we vote on it. tree →
• He proposed to her on the beach. tree →
• Propose a way to test which paper towel soaks up the most water. tree →
• The council proposed a new cycle path. tree →
• What do you propose to do about the leak? tree →
• She was proposed as class captain. tree →

note

Noun: proposal (a plan; a marriage offer); proposition is a different, more formal word. Say pruh-POHZ. Do not confuse with «purpose» (aim).

Trees and pragmatics

Every meaning and example of «propose» parsed by Mova, each sentence with its dependency tree and frames.