propose
柯林斯词典
1. V-T If you propose something such as a plan or an idea, you suggest it for people to think about and decide upon. 建议
Hamilton proposed a change in the traditional debating format. 汉密尔顿建议对传统的辩论形式作一个改变。
2. V-T If you propose to do something, you intend to do it. 打算
It's still far from clear what action the government proposes to take over the affair. 尚不清楚政府打算采取什么行动接手这件事。
3. V-T If you propose a motion for debate, or a candidate for election, you begin the debate or the election procedure by formally stating your support for that motion or candidate. 提出; 提名
He has proposed a resolution limiting the role of U.S. troops. 他提出了一项限制美军作用的决议。
4. V-T/V-I If you propose to someone, or propose marriage to them, you ask them to marry you. 求婚
He proposed to his girlfriend over a public-address system. 他在有线广播系统上向女友求婚。
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propose /prəˈpəʊz/ (proposing,proposed,proposes)
剑桥词典
- Someone proposed a motion to increase the membership fee to £500 a year .
- Critics of the president have been pouring scorn on the plan ever since it was first proposed.
- Now, if you'd all please raise your glasses , I'd like to propose a toast to the bride and groom .
- She proposes an exchange of contracts at two o'clock.
- What the government is proposing encroaches on the rights of individuals .
propose verb (SUGGEST)
[ 及物动词：后面接宾语的动词 ]to offer or suggest a possible plan or action for other people to consider
建议；提议；提出
[ 词或词组后面接一个that从句 ] I propose that we wait until the budget has been announced before committing ourselves to any expenditure . 我建议我们在预算没有宣布以前不要有任何支出。
[ 动词后面接一个动词ing结构 ] He proposed deal ing directly with the suppliers . 他提议直接和供应商打交道。
She proposed a boycott of the meeting . 她建议抵制这次会议。
He proposed a motion that the chairman resign . 他提出了一项让主席辞职的动议。
[ 及物动词：后面接宾语的动词 ]
to suggest someone for a position in, or as a member of, an organization
提名，推荐（某人）担任某职（或参加某组织）
To be nominated for union president you need one person to propose you and another to second you. 要被提名为工会主席，你需要有一个推荐人和一个附议人。
[ 不及物动词：后面不接宾语的动词 ]
to ask someone to marry you
求婚
I remember the night your father proposed to me. 我记得你父亲向我求婚的那个晚上。
propose a toast
to ask people at a formal social occasion to express their good wishes or respect for someone by holding up their glasses , usually of alcohol , at the same time and then drinking from them
提议为…祝酒；提议为…干杯
Now, if you'd all please raise your glasses , I'd like to propose a toast to the bride and groom . 现在，请大家举起酒杯，让我们为新郎和新娘干杯。
例句
propose verb (INTEND)
[ 及物动词：后面接宾语的动词 ] formalto intend to do something
计划，打算
[ 动词后面接一个带to的不定式 ] How do you propose to complete the project in such a short time ? 你打算怎样在这么短的时间内完成这个项目？
[ 动词后面接一个动词ing结构 ] How do you propose tackling this problem ? 你打算怎么解决这个问题？
I do not propose to reveal details at this stage . 我不打算在这个阶段透露细节。
What we are proposing is a radical change in approach . 我们打算在方法上来个彻底转变。 返回 propose