suggests
word · lemma: suggest
/səˈdʒɛsts/
suh-JESTS
/sədʒˈɛsts/
suh-JESTS
Definition
To give an idea, opinion, or plan for someone to consider, or to show indirectly that something might be true.
Usage & Nuances
Often followed by 'that' clauses or infinitives ('suggests that', 'suggests going'). Can imply giving advice, making a recommendation, or hinting at something. Don't confuse with 'propose'; 'suggest' is sometimes softer or less direct.
Spanish: sugiere - propone - indicaPortuguese (BR): sugere - propõe - indicaPortuguese (PT): sugere - propõe - indicaChinese (Simplified): 建议 - 表明 - 暗示Chinese (Traditional): 建議 - 表明 - 暗示Hindi: सुझाव देता है - संकेत करता हैArabic: يقترح - يدل على - يشير إلىBengali: পরামর্শ দেয় - ইঙ্গিত দেয়Russian: предлагает - намекаетJapanese: 提案する - 示唆するVietnamese: đề nghị - gợi ýKorean: 제안하다 - 암시하다Turkish: önerir - ima ederUrdu: تجویز کرنا - اشارہ کرناIndonesian: menyarankan - menyiratkan
Example Sentences
The doctor suggests rest after surgery.
basic
This map suggests a quicker way to get there.
basic
Her smile suggests she is happy.
basic
Nothing in the evidence suggests he was involved.
natural
My friend always suggests new places to eat downtown.
natural
The weather forecast suggests we should bring an umbrella.
natural