propose
Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English 5++LDOCE 5++pro·pose /prəˈpəʊz $ -ˈpoʊz/ ●●○ W2 verb 1 suggest 建议 [transitive] formalPLAN to suggest something as a plan or course of action 提议，建议 → proposal5 the changes currently proposed by the local planning authorities目前由地方规划局提议的改革n The changes were first proposed last year. the proposed budget cuts 所提出的预算削减propose (that) In his speech he proposed that the UN should set up an emergency centre for the environment. 在演讲中他建议联合国建立一个环境应急中心。propose doing something5 The report also proposes extending the motorway.那份报告还建议扩建这条高速公路。n The report also proposes expanding the airport.npropose something to somebodyn He proposed a compromise to me.5 ► Do not say propose someone something. Say propose something: He proposed a compromise (NOT He proposed me a compromise). 不要说 propose someone something. 而要说 propose something: He proposed a compromise (不说 He proposed me a compromise). 他建议和解。► see thesaurus at suggest RegisterIn everyday English, people usually say that someone puts forward plans, ideas etc, rather than proposes them: 在日常英语中,表示某人提出计划、想法等,人们一般说 put forward ,而不说 proposeThe idea was first put forward by a German scientist. 这个想法最早是由一位德国科学家提出的。2 meeting 会议 [transitive]SUGGEST to formally suggest a course of action at a meeting and ask people to vote on it 〔在会议上〕正式提议，提出…供表决propose a motion/amendment/resolution etc The resolution was proposed by the chairman of the International Committee. 那项决议是由国际委员会主席提出的。propose somebody for something Mr Leesom proposed Mrs Banks for the position of Treasurer (=he suggested formally that she should be the treasurer). 利森姆先生提议由班克斯夫人担任财务主管。3 theory 理论 [transitive]H to suggest an idea, method etc as an answer to a scientific question or as a better way of doing something 提出〔某观点、方法等〕 A number of theories have been proposed to explain the phenomenon. 有人提出了一些理论来解释这种现象。4 intend 打算 [transitive] formalINTEND to intend to do something 打算，计划propose to do something How does he propose to deal with the situation? 他打算如何应对这种局面？propose doing something We still don’t know how the company proposes raising the money. 我们仍然不知道公司准备如何筹集资金。5 marriage 结婚 a) [intransitive]SSFMARRY to ask someone to marry you, especially in a formal way 〔尤指正式地向某人〕求婚propose to Shaun proposed to me only six months after we met. 我们相识仅六个月，肖恩就向我求婚了。 b) propose marriage formalSSFMARRY to ask someone to marry you 求婚6 propose a toast (to somebody) DRINKto formally ask a group of people at a social event to join you in wishing someone success, happiness, etc as they raise and drink a glass of wine （为某人）祝酒 I’d like to propose a toast to the bride and groom. 我提议为新郎和新娘干杯。n GRAMMAR: Patterns with propose• In everyday English, you propose that someone does something: I propose that Ms Hallam is appointed.• In more formal English, you propose that someone do something, using the base form of the verb (=infinitive without ‘to’): I propose that Ms Hallam be appointed. ✗Don’t say: I propose Ms Hallam to be appointed.• You can also use the base form when talking about the past: I proposed that Ms Hallam be appointed.• You propose that someone should do something: He proposed that we should have another meeting. This pattern is used especially in British English. • You say it was proposed that someone (should) do something: It was proposed that we (should) have another meeting.→ See Verb table
Examples from the Corpus
propose• Did he get down on one knee to propose?• The Russians proposed a treaty banning all nuclear tests.• He knows Clinton will not propose and Congress will not enact legislation to seriously weaken provisions of the new law.• At the last meeting, Mrs Williams was proposed by several members.• Ramsay, accepting the need, wondered whether even Douglas would have the presumption to propose himself for the position.• I would like to propose Mr Harrison for the position of Party Treasurer.• Each member receives an Annual Report and the opportunity to propose people to stand for the Executive Committee.• We proposed several dates for the next meeting, but they were all rejected.• In essence I proposed that rather than having public investment we should substitute private investment without any Government guarantee.• I propose that we discuss this at the next meeting.• But what had made the girl propose to him in this way?• I thought he was going to propose to me, but in fact he just wanted to borrow some money.• The new or expanded benefits proposed would cost more than $ 17 billion over five years.propose doing something• The new administration has proposed scrapping more than 400 obsolete government programs.propose a motion/amendment/resolution etc• Is is worth the trouble of allowing members to propose resolutions?• He did not mention the other proposed amendments, although in the past he has supported all but one.• But those proposed amendments are merely the ones that generate the most political heat.• Lindell said that if he is elected in November, he would introduce the proposed amendment during the 1997 regular session.• The Committee adopted by voice vote an amendment offered by Senator Helms to the proposed resolution of ratification.• A proposed resolution to oppose voucher plans and charter schools provoked a spirited debate on the convention floor.• He proposed an amendment to the poll tax to take account of ability to pay and split the Conservative Party in 1988.propose to do something• He is the self-proclaimed outsider who knows Washington; the former secretary of education who proposes to abolish the department.• If he does agree, how much more does he propose to allocate?• At the same time, it is proposed to assess the degree of correlation between economic and social developments and political evolution.• Since you have failed to give him Famagusta, he proposes to celebrate it in his own capital.• One council member proposed to close three of the schools to save money.• What do you propose to do about it?• It did not occur to him to propose to Emily and assume that he could live off his wife.• In other words, Howard proposes to infuse the public sector with private sector values.• It is proposed to open the castle to the public when the work has been completed.• Now at Niagara, Hall was proposing to produce one thousand pounds a day.From Longman Business Dictionaryproposepro‧pose /prəˈpəʊz-ˈpoʊz/ verb [transitive]1to suggest something such as a plan or course of actionLyle proposed large cuts in the training budget.propose thatHansen has proposed that I become his business partner. —proposed adjective [only before a noun]the financial and legal consequences of proposed changes to the agreement2to formally suggest a course of action at a meeting and ask people to vote on itThe chairman proposed a scheme to save both the company and investors’ funds.He will propose a motion at Monday’s special meeting, calling on the committee to reverse its decision.3formal to intend to do somethingpropose to do somethingWhich of his assets is he proposing to sell?The Sales Director is proposing to boost sales by spending an additional £3,000 per month on advertising.→ See Verb tableOrigin propose (1300-1400) Old French proposer, from Latin proponere; → PROPOUNDpro·pose verb →n GRAMMAR1 →REGISTER1LDOCE OnlineChineseSyllable
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pro‧pose S2 W2 /prəˈpəʊz $ -ˈpoʊz/
verb1. SUGGEST [transitive] formal to suggest something as a plan or course of action ⇨ proposal:
the changes currently proposed by the local planning authorities
the proposed budget cuts
propose that
In his speech he proposed that the UN should set up an emergency centre for the environment.
propose doing something
The report also proposes extending the motorway.
► Do not say ‘propose someone something’. Say propose something: He proposed a compromise (NOT He proposed me a compromise).
REGISTER
In everyday English, people usually say that someone puts forward plans, ideas etc, rather than proposes them:
▪The idea was first put forward by a German scientist.
2. MEETING [transitive] to formally suggest a course of action at a meeting and ask people to vote on it
propose a motion/amendment/resolution etc
The resolution was proposed by the chairman of the International Committee.
propose somebody for something
Mr Leesom proposed Mrs Banks for the position of Treasurer (=he suggested formally that she should be the treasurer).
3. THEORY [transitive] to suggest an idea, method etc as an answer to a scientific question or as a better way of doing something:
A number of theories have been proposed to explain the phenomenon.
4. INTEND [transitive] formal to intend to do something
propose to do something
How does he propose to deal with the situation?
propose doing something
We still don’t know how the company proposes raising the money.
5. MARRIAGE
a. [intransitive] to ask someone to marry you, especially in a formal way
propose to
Shaun proposed to me only six months after we met.
b. propose marriage formal to ask someone to marry you
6. propose a toast (to somebody) to formally ask a group of people at a social event to join you in wishing someone success, happiness, etc as they raise and drink a glass of wine:
I’d like to propose a toast to the bride and groom.
▪ suggest to tell someone your ideas about what they should do: 'Why don’t you come with us?', Alan suggested. | It was a sunny afternoon and so I suggested going to the beach.
▪recommend to suggest that someone goes somewhere, tries something etc because you know that it is good and you think they will like it: Can you recommend a good restaurant near here? | It’s a brilliant book - I’d recommend it to anyone.
▪propose formal to formally suggest a plan or course of action, especially at a meeting: The government has proposed building a new town just north of the city. | I propose that we send a delegation to London to discuss our concerns.
▪put forward to suggest an idea, plan, reason etc: The party has put forward new proposals to reduce the number of cars in the town centre. | The idea was first put forward by Aristotle. | A number of reasons have been put forward to explain these negative results.
▪nominate to officially suggest someone for an important job or position, or a person, film etc for a prize, especially when people will vote to make a decision: He’s been nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature several times. | Three candidates have been nominated for the position of chairman.
pro‧pose S2 W2 /prəˈpəʊz $ -ˈpoʊz/
verb1. SUGGEST [transitive] formal to suggest something as a plan or course of action ⇨ proposal: propose that
propose doing something
► Do not say ‘propose someone something’. Say propose something: He proposed a compromise (NOT He proposed me a compromise).
REGISTER
In everyday English, people usually say that someone puts forward plans, ideas etc, rather than proposes them:
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2. MEETING [transitive] to formally suggest a course of action at a meeting and ask people to vote on it
propose a motion/amendment/resolution etc
propose somebody for something
3. THEORY [transitive] to suggest an idea, method etc as an answer to a scientific question or as a better way of doing something:
4. INTEND [transitive] formal to intend to do something
propose to do something
propose doing something
5. MARRIAGE
a. [intransitive] to ask someone to marry you, especially in a formal way
propose to
b. propose marriage formal to ask someone to marry you
6. propose a toast (to somebody) to formally ask a group of people at a social event to join you in wishing someone success, happiness, etc as they raise and drink a glass of wine:
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