proposing
word · lemma: propose
/pɹəˈpoʊzɪŋ/
/pɹəpˈəʊzɪŋ/
Definition
Suggesting an idea or plan for others to consider, or asking someone to marry you.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts. 'Proposing' a plan is common at work or meetings; 'proposing' in relationships refers to marriage, often with 'proposing marriage.' Do not confuse with 'purpose,' which has a different meaning.
Spanish: proponer - pedir matrimonioPortuguese (BR): propor - pedir em casamentoPortuguese (PT): propor - pedir em casamentoChinese (Simplified): 提议 - 求婚Chinese (Traditional): 提議 - 求婚Hindi: प्रस्तावित करना - शादी का प्रस्ताव देनाArabic: اقتراح - التقدم للزواجBengali: প্রস্তাব করা - বিয়ের প্রস্তাব করাRussian: предлагать - делать предложение (о браке)Japanese: 提案する - プロポーズする（結婚を申し込む）Vietnamese: đề xuất - cầu hônKorean: 제안하다 - 청혼하다Turkish: önermek - evlenme teklif etmekUrdu: تجویز کرنا - شادی کی پیشکش کرناIndonesian: mengusulkan - melamar (pernikahan)
Example Sentences
She is proposing a new idea for the project.
basic
He is proposing to his girlfriend tonight.
basic
The teacher is proposing a field trip for the class.
basic
By proposing early, they had more time to discuss alternatives.
natural
She was nervous about proposing, but she knew it was the right moment.
natural
Are you proposing we change the whole plan?
natural