propose
gb/pɹəpˈoʊz/ us/pɹəpˈoʊz/
A2
英語
~ 1600
javasol, megkéri valakinek a kezét, házassági ajánlatot tesz, indítványoz, indítványt tesz
動詞
B1
1
javasol
B1
用法パターン：
to propose [something] to [someone]
The committee will propose several changes to the current policy.
A bizottság több módosítást fog javasolni a jelenlegi szabályzaton.
She proposed a new way to increase sales.
Új módszert javasolt az eladások növelésére.
They proposed building a park in the empty lot.
I propose that we take a short break.
The senator proposed an amendment to the bill.
学習者向け例文
I propose a new game for us to play.
Javaslok egy új játékot, amit játszhatnánk.
She proposed going to the park.
Azt javasolta, hogy menjünk a parkba.
He proposed a new idea for the project.
They proposed changes to the rules.
We propose starting the meeting earlier.
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse 'propose' with 'purpose' due to similar spelling.
意味
suggest a plan or idea
コロケーション
propose a plan
|propose a solution
|propose changes
|propose legislation
類義語
suggest (More casual and general; 'propose' can be more formal or structured.)
対義語
reject (Means to refuse to accept a plan or idea.)
テーマ
communication
|business
|daily life
|education
|work
定義
To say an idea or plan so other people can think about it.
To put forward a plan, idea, or suggestion for others to consider or discuss.
動詞
A2
2
用法パターン：
to propose to [someone]
He proposed to her during their vacation in Paris.
A párizsi nyaralásuk alatt megkérte a kezét.
She was shocked when he proposed at dinner.
Megdöbbent, amikor vacsora közben megkérte a kezét.
John finally proposed after five years of dating.
They got engaged after he proposed last month.
学習者向け例文
He proposed to her last night.
Tegnap este megkérte a kezét.
She cried when he proposed.
Elsírta magát, amikor a férfi megkérte a kezét.
I want to propose to my girlfriend.
He proposed in front of his family.
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes forget the preposition 'to' in 'propose to someone'.
意味
ask someone to marry you
コロケーション
propose marriage
|propose to her
|propose in public
類義語
pop the question (Informal idiom for asking someone to marry you.)
対義語
break up (Ending a romantic relationship, opposite of moving toward marriage.)
テーマ
relationships
|emotions
|daily_life
定義
To ask someone if they want to marry you.
To formally ask someone to become your husband or wife.
動詞
B2
FORMAL
3
indítványoz
C1
用法パターン：
to propose [motion/candidate] for [position/action]
The chairman proposed a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Az elnök indítványt tett az ülés berekesztésére.
She proposed Mr. Smith as treasurer of the board.
Smith urat indítványozta a testület pénztárosi posztjára.
I would like to propose a toast to our success.
学習者向け例文
He proposed a motion in the meeting.
Indítványt tett az értekezleten.
She proposed her friend for president.
A barátját indítványozta elnöknek.
I will propose a toast at dinner.
意味
formally suggest in official setting
コロケーション
propose a motion
|propose a candidate
|propose a toast
類義語
nominate (Specifically means suggesting someone for a position or honor.)
対義語
oppose (To actively disagree with or resist a proposal.)
テーマ
politics
|business
|law
|communication
定義
To officially suggest something at a meeting or for an election.
To formally put forward a motion, plan, or candidate in a meeting or official setting.
文法
辞書形
propose
IPA
GB/pɹəpˈoʊz/
US/pɹəpˈoʊz/
音節・強勢
pro - pose （2音節）
Stress on 2nd syllable (pose)
活用形
Verb
- Base: propose
- 3rd Person Singular: proposes
- Present Participle: proposing
- Past: proposed
関連語
Forms
proposes
verb
proposing
verb
proposed
verb
Core family
proposal
noun B1
Related words
proposer
noun
proposition
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
oppose
verb B1
Advanced or less common
proponent
noun B2
表現
pop the question
1/pˈɑp ðə kwˈɛst͡ʃən/
idiom
informal
Propose marriage to someone
To ask someone if they want to marry you.
例文
- He finally popped the question after seven years together.
- He finally popped the question after five years together.
- She knew he was going to pop the question during their holiday.
- She was surprised when he popped the question during dinner.
propose a toast
1/pɹəpˈoʊz ə tˈoʊst/
fixed phrase
formal
formally ask to start a toast
To formally ask everyone to lift their drinks so you can say a few words for someone.
例文
- May I propose a toast to the bride and groom?
- He proposed a toast to the winners of the prize.
- The host proposed a toast to their long friendship.
propose a toast
2/pɹəpˈoʊz ə tˈoʊst/
fixed phrase
offer good wishes before drinking
To say something nice about a person or event before everyone drinks together.
例文
- Before we eat, I'd like to propose a toast to our hosts.
- He stood up and proposed a toast to friendship.