propose
gb/pɹəpˈoʊz/ us/pɹəpˈoʊz/
A2
英語
~ 1600
語義
0件の語義
動詞
B1
action
1
suggest a plan or idea
To say an idea or plan so other people can think about it.
用法パターン：
to propose [something] to [someone]
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse 'propose' with 'purpose' due to similar spelling.
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.)
コロケーション
propose a plan
|propose a solution
|propose changes
|propose legislation
テーマ
communication
|business
|daily life
|education
|work
例文
- The committee will propose several changes to the current policy.
- She proposed a new way to increase sales.
- 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.
- She proposed going to the park.
- He proposed a new idea for the project.
- They proposed changes to the rules.
- We propose starting the meeting earlier.
動詞
A2
action
2
ask someone to marry you
To ask someone if they want to marry you.
用法パターン：
to propose to [someone]
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes forget the preposition 'to' in 'propose to someone'.
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.)
コロケーション
propose marriage
|propose to her
|propose in public
テーマ
relationships
|emotions
|daily_life
例文
- He proposed to her during their vacation in Paris.
- She was shocked when he proposed at dinner.
- 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.
- She cried when he proposed.
- I want to propose to my girlfriend.
- He proposed in front of his family.
動詞
formal
B2
action
3
formally suggest in official setting
To officially suggest something at a meeting or for an election.
用法パターン：
to propose [motion/candidate] for [position/action]
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.)
コロケーション
propose a motion
|propose a candidate
|propose a toast
テーマ
politics
|business
|law
|communication
例文
- The chairman proposed a motion to adjourn the meeting.
- She proposed Mr. Smith as treasurer of the board.
- I would like to propose a toast to our success.
学習者向け例文
- He proposed a motion in the meeting.
- She proposed her friend for president.
- I will propose a toast at dinner.
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.