Die Verwendung von "Propose"

Propose + Gerundium bedeutet suggest. In dieser Formulierung hat es dieselbe Bedeutung, wie wenn es vor einem 'that-Satz' stehen würde.

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Beispiele
  • John proposed going to the debate.
  • I proposed having lunch together.
  • Who proposed eating at this restaurant?
  • I propose that we buy a smaller car.
  • I propose buying a smaller car.

Propose + Infinitiv bedeutet intend (vorhaben)oder offer (anbieten).

Beispiele
  • The Government proposes to bring in new laws.
  • I propose to finish this meeting tomorrow.
  • He proposed to go so I didn't have to.
  • Janet has proposed to take notes and circulate them afterwards.
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