Propose
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To put forward an idea, plan, or suggestion for consideration by others. It can also mean to make an offer of marriage to someone.
“The committee will propose new regulations at tomorrow's meeting.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/prəˈpəʊz/
Syllables
pro·pose
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Wordle
Contains double O and P; PRO- prefix pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; good for building with existing letters
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