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How to Say "proposition" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “proposition” is “proposición” — use 'proposición' when referring to a formal offer, especially in business or social contexts like a marriage proposal or a business deal..

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proposición

nounB1
Use 'proposición' when referring to a formal offer, especially in business or social contexts like a marriage proposal or a business deal.

Examples

Le hizo una proposición de matrimonio en la playa.

He made her a marriage proposal on the beach.

proposición

nounC1formal
Use 'proposición' in academic or logical discussions to refer to a statement that can be judged as true or false.

Examples

En lógica, una proposición puede ser verdadera o falsa.

In logic, a statement can be true or false.

tesis

/TEH-sees//ˈtesis/

nounC1academic
Use 'tesis' for the main argument, thesis statement, or a strong assertion presented in an essay, research paper, or debate.
Two people standing in front of a large presentation board, one person pointing to a clear chart illustrating a point.

Examples

La tesis principal del autor es que la tecnología nos aleja.

The author's main argument is that technology pulls us apart.

Sus planteamientos refuerzan la tesis de la evolución.

His explanations reinforce the theory of evolution.

Es difícil refutar una tesis tan bien fundamentada.

It is difficult to refute such a well-founded premise.

Abstract vs. Physical

In this context, 'tesis' refers to an idea or a thought, not a physical stack of papers.

Proposición vs. Tesis

Learners often confuse 'proposición' with 'tesis' when referring to an argument. Remember, 'proposición' in this sense is a statement that can be true or false, while 'tesis' is the central, overarching argument or claim being made.

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