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proposer

propose

verb proh-poh-ZEH Less Common

Also means

offer

Usage Note

Proposer means to propose, suggest, or offer something. Je vous propose une solution ('I'd like to suggest a solution') is a common professional phrase. The reflexive se proposer de means 'to offer to do' something. The noun proposition ('proposal' or 'clause' in grammar) is the direct cognate.

Examples

"Il propose une nouvelle idée à l'équipe."

Natural Translation

He proposes a new idea to the team.

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