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How to Say "i nominate" in Spanish

The Spanish word fori nominateis propongoA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
VerbA2
Putting forward a candidate
A friendly character stands, holding up a large, glowing lightbulb with both hands towards another character, symbolizing the act of offering or suggesting an idea.

Examples

Yo propongo que comamos pizza esta noche.

I suggest that we eat pizza tonight.

Propongo un nuevo plan para reducir costos.

I propose a new plan to reduce costs.

Si nadie tiene otra idea, yo propongo a Ana para el comité.

If no one has another idea, I nominate Ana for the committee.

The Irregular 'Yo' Form

The 'yo' form (I) of the verb 'proponer' is irregular, ending in '-go'. This is a common pattern for verbs related to 'poner' (to put), like 'tengo' (I have) and 'salgo' (I leave).

Using 'Que' after Suggestion

When you suggest an action for someone else, you must use the special verb form (the subjunctive) after 'propongo que.' Example: 'Propongo que tú vayas' (I suggest that you go).

Using the regular 'yo' form

Mistake:Yo propono...

Correction: Yo propongo... The 'yo' form always takes the irregular '-go' ending.

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