suggesting
Translation
proposing, indicating, recommending
Examples
He is suggesting a new idea.
He is suggesting a new idea.
Suggesting a break was a good idea.
Suggesting a break was a good idea.
A letter suggesting changes was sent.
A letter suggesting changes was sent.
Grammar Patterns
((that sb. do sth.)) to propose that someone should do something I suggest that we leave now.
((-ing)) to propose doing something I suggest leaving now.
((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to propose something to someone He suggested a new plan to the team.
Similar Words
Synonyms: proposing, recommending, advising
Etymology
Present participle and gerund of 'suggest', from Latin 'suggerere'.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' suffix indicates an ongoing action (is suggesting) or the action as a noun (suggesting was a good idea).