Brugen af "Propose"
Propose + gerundium betyder suggest. I denne formulering har det samme betydning, som hvis det efterfølges af en bisætning indledt af "that".
Eksempler
- 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 + navnemåde betyder intend eller offer.
Eksempler
- 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.