sugiere
“sugiere” means “suggests” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
suggests, recommends
Also: proposes
📝 In Action
El informe sugiere un cambio en la estrategia de ventas.
B1The report suggests a change in the sales strategy.
Mi doctor sugiere que coma más verduras.
A2My doctor suggests that I eat more vegetables.
Ella sugiere que vayamos al cine en lugar de al teatro.
B1She suggests that we go to the cinema instead of the theater.
hints at, implies
Also: denotes
📝 In Action
Su silencio sugiere que no está de acuerdo con la propuesta.
B2His silence hints that he doesn't agree with the proposal.
La pintura sugiere una profunda tristeza.
C1The painting implies a deep sadness.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: sugiere
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the special verb form (subjunctive) after 'sugiere'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin verb *suggerere*, meaning 'to bring up, to supply, or to furnish.' It is formed by combining *sub-* (under) and *gerere* (to carry or bear).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'sugiere' have an 'ie' but 'sugerimos' has an 'e'?
'Sugerir' is a stem-changing verb. This means that when the stress falls on the 'e' in the verb's root (like in 'sugiere'), it changes to 'ie'. When the stress falls elsewhere (like in 'sugerimos'), the 'e' stays the same.
Is 'sugiere' the same as 'recomienda'?
They are very similar synonyms. 'Recomienda' (recommends) often implies a stronger endorsement or approval, usually based on experience or expertise. 'Sugiere' (suggests) is more neutral, simply offering an idea or proposal.