Proposait (en. Proposed)

/pʁɔ.pɔ.zɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To advance a possibility or an idea.
He proposed to go on vacation together.
Il proposait de partir en vacances ensemble.
To submit an offer or a suggestion to someone.
She proposed a plan to improve the team.
Elle proposait un plan pour améliorer l'équipe.
To indicate an intention or a recommendation.
The teacher proposed to study more before the exam.
Le professeur proposait d'étudier davantage avant l'examen.

Etymology

From the verb 'proposer', derived from the Latin 'proponere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to propose an idea
To suggest a thought or concept.
proposer une idée
to propose a plan
To submit a strategy or approach.
proposer un plan
to offer help
To offer assistance to someone.
proposer de l'aide

Related Words

proposal
The action of proposing something.
proposition
proposed
What has been suggested or put forward.
proposé
proposing
One who makes a proposal.
proposant

Slang Meanings

To suggest informally.
He made a casual suggestion.
Il a proposé un truc à la légère.
To make a bold proposal.
She proposed a challenge that no one dared to accept.
Elle a proposé un défi que personne n'a osé accepter.