Proponía (en. Proposed)
/pro.poˈni.a/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To suggest or present an idea, plan, or proposal to be considered.
She proposed a new approach for the project.
Ella proponía un nuevo enfoque para el proyecto.
To consider an action or decision as an option or alternative.
He proposed that the meeting be postponed.
Él proponía que se pospusiera la reunión.
To express the intent to carry out an action, especially in an official context.
The director proposed changes to the company's policies.
El director proponía cambios en las políticas de la empresa.
Etymology
From Latin 'proponere', meaning 'to place in front'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
propose marriage
To ask someone to marry.
proponer matrimonio
propose a plan
To suggest a strategy or idea to carry out something.
proponer un plan
propose a solution
To present an answer or way to solve a problem.
proponer una solución
Related Words
propose
To suggest something to someone for consideration.
proponer
proposal
Idea or plan presented for consideration.
propuesta
indicative
That implies or constitutes an offer or proposition.
propositiva
Slang Meanings
To suggest something informally.
When we go to a party, he always proposes something fun.
Cuando vamos de fiesta, siempre propone algo divertido.
To make proposals that are often ridiculous.
He always proposed crazy ideas for the projects.
El siempre proponía ideas locas para los proyectos.