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March 24, 2026
提议(提議)tíyì(ti2yi4)
提议 (tí yì) refers to the act of proposing or suggesting something, often in a formal context. It is commonly used in discussions, meetings, and negotiations where ideas or plans are put forward for consideration or action.
Strokes17Frequency#2843DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
提议 is often associated with the Chinese concept of group decision-making, where suggestions are made collaboratively rather than through individual authority. This reflects the cultural value placed on consensus in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Think of 提议 as 'lifting an idea.' The character 提 (tí) means 'to lift' and 议 (yì) means 'discussion.' Imagine lifting a sign with your suggestion to catch everyone's attention during a meeting.
Meanings of 提议
tíyì(ti2yi4)
1proposal
2suggestion
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About 提议
提议Simplified
提議Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2843Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
建议 (jiànyì) vs 提议 (tíyì): use 提议 for formal proposals in meetings, while 建议 is more casual and can be used in everyday conversations.
Usage Notes
Be mindful that 提议 is typically used in formal settings, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include 提议方案 (proposed plan) and 提议书 (proposal document). Remember to use the correct tones, as a mispronunciation could change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 提议 connects with other formal vocabulary related to business and discussions. Focus on using it in sentences that express opinions or suggestions in a professional context.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 提议 with 建议 (jiàn yì), which also means 'to suggest' but is less formal. For example, saying '我建议这个计划' instead of '我提议这个计划' in a formal meeting is incorrect; use 提议 for proposals.
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提议 (tí yì) refers to the act of proposing or suggesting something, often in a formal context. It is commonly used in discussions, meetings, and negotiations where ideas or plans are put forward for consideration or action.
When to use 提议
Be mindful that 提议 is typically used in formal settings, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include 提议方案 (proposed plan) and 提议书 (proposal document). Remember to use the correct tones, as a mispronunciation could change the meaning.
提议 or something close to it
建议 (jiànyì) vs 提议 (tíyì): use 提议 for formal proposals in meetings, while 建议 is more casual and can be used in everyday conversations.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 提议 with 建议 (jiàn yì), which also means 'to suggest' but is less formal. For example, saying '我建议这个计划' instead of '我提议这个计划' in a formal meeting is incorrect; use 提议 for proposals.
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Grammar Patterns of 提议
提议 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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然而，这种____的根据当然并不仅仅是经济方面的。
However, the rationale for such in-itiatives is not, of course, solely economic.
