Suggest to Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To recommend an idea, action, or plan to someone; to tell someone what you think they should do or consider.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Always requires specifying the person: 'suggest to someone'. Can take a noun ('suggest to her a solution'), a gerund ('suggest to him joining us'), or a clause ('suggest to them that we leave'). Often confused with 'recommend' or 'advise', but 'suggest' is softer and less direct.
Example Sentences
Can you suggest to your teacher that we start the meeting earlier?
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I will suggest to my parents that we visit the museum.
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She suggested to Mark that he study more for the exam.
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Why don't you suggest to the team that we take a break?
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I forgot to suggest to Emily that she try the new restaurant downtown.
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If anyone has a better idea, feel free to suggest to the group.
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