Korean word

제안

Pronunciation

Romanizationchean

Meaning

  • nounproposal

Example

회의에서 제안을 했어요.hoe ui e seo che a neul hae sseo yo

I made a proposal at the meeting.

Illustration for 제안 (proposal)

More examples

새로운 제안을 검토해 볼게요.sae ro un che a neul keom to hae pol kke yo

I'll consider the new proposal.

Core concept

An idea or plan placed before others for consideration, usually to solve a problem or improve a situation.

Common phrases

  • 회의에서 제안을 하다hoe ui e seo che a neul ha da

    make a proposal

  • 제안을 검토하다che a neul keom to ha da

    review a proposal

Similar words

아이디어aidieo: A new or useful thought that can lead to an action.
안an: A specific plan or policy set out for dealing with a matter.
의견uigyeon: A personal or group view formed about an issue.
권유kwonyu: A gentle recommendation encouraging someone to take an action.

Definition in Korean

어떤 문제를 해결하거나 개선하기 위한 생각을 다른 사람에게 권하거나 알리는 것.eo tteon mun je reul hae gyeol ha geo na kae seon ha gi wi han saeng ga geul ta reun sa ra me ge kwon ha geo na al li neun keot

Word origin

The word is a Sino-Korean compound formed from meanings of putting forward and a plan, expressing a plan presented for consideration.

Usage tips

  • Its formal tone suits meetings, business discussions, and written plans, while everyday conversation often uses softer wording for the same idea.

Other meanings

  • offernoun
  • suggestionnoun

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