VocabJLPT N1
proposal
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. proposal
  2. 2. motion
This word means a proposal or suggestion, particularly one offered to an authority or organization with the intent to influence policy or decision-making. It carries a nuance of making a formal recommendation rather than a casual comment.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The saving grace of that proposal is that it actually reflects the voices on the floor.

Sentence 2

Hearing that proposal made something stir deep in my chest!

Sentence 3

The note on the desk said, "Give us more breaks."

Sentence 4

If you'd come to me sooner, I could have offered a different suggestion!

Sentence 5

In settings like this, proposals grounded in evidence are expected over emotional appeals.