The Present Tense of Proponer is used to express suggestions or proposals in the present moment. For example, Propongo ir al cine esta noche. (I propose going to the movies tonight.)
Proponer is an irregular verb, meaning its conjugations do not follow the standard patterns of regular verbs. You’ll need to memorize its unique set of conjugations in each tense.
Conjugations
Conjugations of Proponer (to propose) in the Present Tense tense (Castilian Spanish):
| Pronoun | Conjugation |
|---|---|
| Yo | propongo |
| Tú | propones |
| Él / Ella / Usted | propone |
| Nosotros / Nosotras | proponemos |
| Vosotros / Vosotras | proponéis |
| Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes | proponen |
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Usage of Proponer in the Present Tense
Proponer generally means to propose or suggest something, but has several different meanings in the Present Tense, some of which might surprise you.
To propose an idea or plan: For example, Yo propongo que vayamos al cine esta noche. (I propose that we go to the movies tonight.)
To suggest or recommend: For example, Te propongo que estudies más para el examen. (I suggest that you study more for the exam.)
To nominate or put forward: For example, El comité propone a María para el puesto de presidenta. (The committee proposes Maria for the position of president.)
To intend or aim (colloquial): For example, ¿Qué propones hacer esta noche? (What do you intend to do tonight?)
To make a romantic proposal (colloquial): For example, Juan le propone matrimonio a su novia. (Juan proposes marriage to his girlfriend.)
To proposition someone (rude): For example, Ese chico me propone cosas indecentes cada vez que me ve. (That guy propositions me with indecent things every time he sees me.)
Examples
Examples of Proponer in the Present Tense
Yo propongo que vayamos al cine esta noche. (I propose that we go to the movies tonight.)
Mi amiga propone hacer un picnic en el parque el próximo fin de semana. (My friend proposes having a picnic in the park next weekend.)
En la reunión de trabajo, proponemos algunas ideas nuevas para mejorar la productividad. (In the work meeting, we propose some new ideas to improve productivity.)
Los activistas proponen una marcha pacífica para protestar contra la injusticia social. (The activists propose a peaceful march to protest social injustice.)
Ustedes proponen un plan de viaje emocionante para las próximas vacaciones. (You propose an exciting travel plan for the next vacation.)
El equipo de fútbol propone un nuevo entrenamiento intensivo para mejorar su rendimiento. (The soccer team proposes a new intensive training to improve their performance.)
En la clase de cocina, el chef propone una receta tradicional de la región. (In the cooking class, the chef proposes a traditional recipe from the region.)
Los padres proponen una reunión familiar para celebrar el cumpleaños de la abuela. (The parents propose a family gathering to celebrate grandma’s birthday.)
El gobierno propone una nueva ley para proteger el medio ambiente. (The government proposes a new law to protect the environment.)
En la oficina, proponemos implementar un programa de reciclaje para reducir el desperdicio. (At the office, we propose implementing a recycling program to reduce waste.)
Los estudiantes proponen organizar un festival cultural para celebrar la diversidad. (The students propose organizing a cultural festival to celebrate diversity.)
El entrenador propone un nuevo ejercicio desafiante para mejorar la fuerza y resistencia. (The coach proposes a new challenging exercise to improve strength and endurance.)
Los artistas proponen una exposición de arte callejero para expresar su creatividad. (The artists propose a street art exhibition to express their creativity.)
En el club de lectura, proponen discutir una novela clásica el próximo mes. (At the book club, they propose discussing a classic novel next month.)
Conjugations with English Translations
Conjugations of Proponer (to propose) in the Present Tense tense (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:
| Spanish | English |
|---|---|
| Yo propongo | I propose |
| Tú propones | You propose |
| Él / Ella / Usted propone | He / She / You (formal) proposes |
| Nosotros / Nosotras proponemos | We propose |
| Vosotros / Vosotras proponéis | You all propose |
| Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes proponen | They / You all (formal) propose |
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Synonyms
The Present tense is also known as the Simple Present, Present Simple, Present Tense, or Present Indicative in English, and as Presente de Indicativo, Presente Simple, Tiempo Presente, or Indicativo Presente in Spanish.