propose it

[/prəˈpoʊz ɪt/]
verb phrase
propor isso
1. to suggest or put forward an idea, plan, or action for consideration or discussion
I will propose it at the next meeting.
Vou propor isso na próxima reunião.
2. to formally suggest someone for a position or membership
Let me propose it to the board of directors.
Deixa eu propor isso para o conselho de administração.
3. to offer marriage to someone
He decided to propose it to her last night.
Ele decidiu propor isso para ela ontem à noite.
In Brazilian business culture, 'propor isso' is commonly used in meetings and formal presentations. In romantic contexts, proposing marriage ('propor casamento') is a significant cultural moment. In the USA, 'pitch it' is the more colloquial equivalent used in business settings, while 'propose it' remains more formal.
NYC Slang
pitch it
Synonyms / Sinônimos
suggest itput forwardsubmit itrecommend itpresent it
Antonyms / Antônimos
reject itdismiss itwithdraw itoppose it

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
propor isso
standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
propor isso
common usage, sometimes shortened to 'vou propor'
São Paulo
propor isso
formal business contexts frequently use this phrase
Portugal
propor isso
same usage as Brazilian Portuguese, though slightly more formal register

Related Words

proposalpropositionproposesuggestedconsideration

Related Idioms & Phrases

propose a toast
propose marriage
propose an idea
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