Vorschlagen
Example: Ich möchte dir einen guten Film vorschlagen.
Definition
"Vorschlagen" is a verb meaning to recommend or put forward an idea, plan, or option for consideration by someone else. For example, in the phrase 'Ich möchte dir einen guten Film vorschlagen,' it means to suggest or propose a good movie to someone.
Etymology
The German verb "vorschlagen" comes from the prefix 'vor-' meaning 'before' or 'forward,' combined with 'schlagen,' which means 'to hit' or 'strike.' Originally, it implied the act of 'striking forward' an idea or plan, metaphorically meaning to 'put forward' or 'propose' something for consideration.
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"Vorschlagen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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