Proposé (en. Propose)
/pʁɔ.poz.e/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A proposal made to someone for them to accept or act.
The proposed was examined by all the committee members.
Le proposé a été examiné par tous les membres du comité.
A formal suggestion presented in a professional or academic context.
The research proposal was submitted to management.
Le proposé de recherche a été soumis à la direction.
verb
To make a suggestion.
He proposed a new action plan.
Il a proposé un nouveau plan d'action.
To present an idea for discussion.
She proposed to meet tomorrow.
Elle a proposé de se rencontrer demain.
Etymology
The term 'proposé' derives from the verb 'proposer', which comes from the Latin 'proponere', meaning 'to put forward'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
proposed for approval
Submitted for acceptance or rejection.
proposé à l'approbation
proposed informally
Makes a suggestion in an unofficial manner.
proposé de manière informelle
proposed insistently
Suggested in a pressing manner.
proposé avec insistance
Related Words
proposal
Idea or project submitted for acceptance.
proposition
to suggest
To make a suggestion or recommendation.
suggerer
offer
A proposal made with the aim of obtaining something.
offre
Slang Meanings
To propose something light or fun.
He proposed going out for ice cream; it was really cool.
Il a proposé de sortir pour une glace, c'était vraiment cool.
To make a bold proposal.
She proposed dropping everything to travel; it was a big move.
Elle a proposé de tout plaquer pour voyager, c'était un gros coup.