propose
gb/pɹəpˈoʊz/ us/pɹəpˈoʊz/
A2
Kiingereza
~ 1600
Maana
maana 0
Kitenzi
B1
action
1
suggest a plan or idea
To say an idea or plan so other people can think about it.
Muundo wa matumizi:
to propose [something] to [someone]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse 'propose' with 'purpose' due to similar spelling.
Visawe
suggest (More casual and general; 'propose' can be more formal or structured.)
Vinyume
reject (Means to refuse to accept a plan or idea.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
propose a plan
|propose a solution
|propose changes
|propose legislation
Mada
communication
|business
|daily life
|education
|work
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Kitenzi
A2
action
2
ask someone to marry you
To ask someone if they want to marry you.
Muundo wa matumizi:
to propose to [someone]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes forget the preposition 'to' in 'propose to someone'.
Visawe
pop the question (Informal idiom for asking someone to marry you.)
Vinyume
break up (Ending a romantic relationship, opposite of moving toward marriage.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
propose marriage
|propose to her
|propose in public
Mada
relationships
|emotions
|daily_life
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Kitenzi
formal
B2
action
3
formally suggest in official setting
To officially suggest something at a meeting or for an election.
Muundo wa matumizi:
to propose [motion/candidate] for [position/action]
Visawe
nominate (Specifically means suggesting someone for a position or honor.)
Vinyume
oppose (To actively disagree with or resist a proposal.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
propose a motion
|propose a candidate
|propose a toast
Mada
politics
|business
|law
|communication
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- He proposed a motion in the meeting.
- She proposed her friend for president.
- I will propose a toast at dinner.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
propose
IPA
GB/pɹəpˈoʊz/
US/pɹəpˈoʊz/
Silabi na mkazo
pro - pose (silabi 2)
Stress on 2nd syllable (pose)
Maumbo ya neno
Verb
- Base: propose
- 3rd Person Singular: proposes
- Present Participle: proposing
- Past: proposed
Familia ya neno
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
Semi
pop the question
1/pˈɑp ðə kwˈɛst͡ʃən/
idiom
informal
Propose marriage to someone
To ask someone if they want to marry you.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- Before we eat, I'd like to propose a toast to our hosts.
- He stood up and proposed a toast to friendship.