verb
vorschlagen
suggest
Es bedeutet, eine Idee oder Möglichkeit zu nennen, die andere überlegen oder annehmen können.
The German word "vorschlagen" is a verb meaning "to suggest" or "to propose."
- It is made up of two parts:
- "vor" (a prefix meaning "forward" or "before")
- "schlagen" (meaning "to hit" or "to strike")
Together, "vorschlagen" conveys the idea of "putting forward" an idea or recommendation.
Similar words:
- empfehlen (to recommend)
- anbieten (to offer)
- voten (to vote, propose)
Differences:
- vorschlagen focuses on proposing or suggesting an idea for consideration.
- empfehlen implies a stronger endorsement or personal recommendation.
- anbieten is more about offering something tangible or service.
- voten is generally related to formal proposals or decisions in voting contexts.
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Examples
Ich werde ihm vorschlagen, dass er früher kommt.verb
I will suggest to him that he comes earlier.
Sie schlagen ein Treffen vor.verb
They suggest a meeting.
Er schlägt vor, ins Kino zu gehen.verb
He suggests going to the cinema.
Ich schlage dir ein neues Spiel vor.verb
I suggest a new game to you.
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