Att använda "Propose"

Propose + gerundium betyder suggest. Formulerat på detta sätt, har det samma betydelse som när det följs av en that-sats.

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Exempel
  • 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 betyder intend eller offer.

Exempel
  • 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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