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English - German
Suggest
sə(ɡ)ˈdʒɛst
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
vorschlagen, empfehlen, andeuten
Suggest meanings in German
vorschlagen
Example:
I suggest we go to the park tomorrow.
Ich schlage vor, dass wir morgen in den Park gehen.
She suggested a new approach to the problem.
Sie schlug einen neuen Ansatz für das Problem vor.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both formal and informal settings when proposing an idea or solution.
Note: The verb 'vorschlagen' is commonly used to suggest an action, plan, or solution.
empfehlen
Example:
Can you suggest a good restaurant in the area?
Kannst du ein gutes Restaurant in der Gegend empfehlen?
I suggest you take a break and relax.
Ich empfehle dir, eine Pause zu machen und zu entspannen.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to recommend or advise someone on a course of action.
Note: The verb 'empfehlen' implies giving advice or recommending something based on personal judgment or experience.
andeuten
Example:
She suggested that she might not be able to make it to the meeting.
Sie deutete an, dass sie es möglicherweise nicht zum Treffen schaffen könnte.
His smile suggested that he knew more than he was letting on.
Sein Lächeln ließ darauf schließen, dass er mehr wusste, als er preisgab.
Usage: formalContext: Used in a more indirect manner to hint at or imply something.
Note: The verb 'andeuten' is used to subtly hint at a possibility or convey a message indirectly.
Suggest's synonyms
recommend
To recommend is to suggest something as being good or suitable for a particular purpose.
Example: I recommend trying the new restaurant in town.
Note: Recommend implies a stronger endorsement or approval compared to suggest.
propose
To propose is to put forward an idea or plan for consideration or discussion.
Example: She proposed a new idea for the project.
Note: Propose often implies a formal presentation of an idea or suggestion.
advise
To advise is to offer suggestions or recommendations about what should be done.
Example: I advise you to study for the exam in advance.
Note: Advise often involves giving guidance or counsel based on knowledge or expertise.
urge
To urge is to strongly recommend or persuade someone to do something.
Example: I urge you to reconsider your decision.
Note: Urge conveys a sense of insistence or strong encouragement.
Suggest expressions, common phrases
Suggest that
This phrase is commonly used to introduce a recommendation or proposal.
Example: I suggest that we go out for dinner tonight.
Note: It implies a strong recommendation or proposal rather than a simple suggestion.
Suggest doing
This phrase is used to propose an action or activity.
Example: She suggested watching a movie this weekend.
Note: It specifies the action or activity being recommended.
Suggest to
This phrase indicates advising or recommending something to someone.
Example: I suggested to him that he should take a break.
Note: It emphasizes giving advice or recommendations directly to someone.
Suggest something
This phrase is used to ask for recommendations or ideas.
Example: Can you suggest a good book for me to read?
Note: It involves seeking advice or recommendations from others.
Suggest an idea
This phrase is used when proposing a concept or notion.
Example: He suggested an interesting idea for our project.
Note: It focuses on presenting a specific concept or notion for consideration.
Suggest changes
This phrase is used to recommend alterations or modifications.
Example: The manager suggested some changes to improve efficiency.
Note: It highlights proposing alterations or modifications to improve something.
Suggest a solution
This phrase is used when proposing an answer or resolution.
Example: She suggested a creative solution to the problem.
Note: It centers on offering a specific answer or resolution to a problem.
Suggest a course of action
This phrase is used to recommend a specific plan or strategy.
Example: The consultant suggested a course of action to address the issue.
Note: It emphasizes proposing a particular plan or strategy to address a situation.
Suggest everyday (slang) expressions
Hint at
To suggest indirectly or give a clue about something without explicitly stating it.
Example: She hinted at going to the movies tonight.
Note: Unlike 'suggest,' 'hint at' implies a less direct or more subtle way of proposing an idea or course of action.
Bring up
To introduce a topic or idea for consideration or discussion.
Example: He brought up the idea of organizing a team building event.
Note: While 'suggest' is a direct way of proposing something, 'bring up' focuses on initiating a conversation or topic rather than just making a suggestion.
Put forward
To propose or suggest an idea or solution for consideration.
Example: The committee put forward several proposals for the new project.
Note: 'Put forward' is often used in formal contexts and emphasizes presenting ideas for evaluation or approval.
Float
To suggest or mention an idea informally to see how others react.
Example: She floated the idea of having a potluck for the office party.
Note: Compared to 'suggest,' 'float' conveys a more casual approach to introducing an idea, often to test its reception before committing to it.
Suggest - Examples
Suggest a good restaurant in the area.
Schlage ein gutes Restaurant in der Gegend vor.
I suggest we take a break and come back to this later.
Ich schlage vor, dass wir eine Pause machen und später darauf zurückkommen.
The evidence suggests that he is guilty.
Die Beweise deuten darauf hin, dass er schuldig ist.
Suggest grammar
Suggest - Verb (Verb) / Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present)
Lemma: suggest
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): suggested
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): suggesting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): suggests
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): suggest
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): suggest
Syllables, Separation and Stress
suggest Contains 2 syllables: sug • gest
Phonetic transcription: səg-ˈjest
sug gest , səg ˈjest (The red syllable is stressed)
Suggest - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
suggest: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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