B1verbworkrelationships
US/prəˈpoʊz/
UK/prəˈpəʊz/
to suggest a plan or idea; also to ask someone to marry you
In context
At the meeting, the manager proposed a four-day work week.
He proposed to her on the beach at sunset.
The council has proposed building a park on the empty land.
Words that go with propose
verb + noun
- propose a planShe proposed a plan to cut costs.
- propose a changeThe committee proposed a change to the rules.
verb + preposition
- propose toHe proposed to his girlfriend in Da Lat.
- propose thatI propose that we meet every Monday.
adverb + verb
- formally proposeThe idea was formally proposed at the meeting.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He proposed me last night.Correct: He proposed to me last night.