Meaning and Usage
"提案" (ていあん) means "proposal," "suggestion," or "proposition." It is commonly used in business, meetings, and everyday conversations when someone offers an idea or plan for consideration.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "提案" in formal and semi-formal settings such as workplace discussions, project planning, or group decision-making. It implies a thoughtful idea presented for approval or feedback.
Collocations and Patterns
- 提案する: to propose or suggest something.
- 提案を受け入れる: to accept a proposal.
- 新しい提案: a new proposal.
- 提案を検討する: to consider or review a proposal.
Usage Notes
When using "提案," the speaker usually expects the listener to evaluate or respond to the idea. It is more formal than casual words like "アイデア" (idea) or "おすすめ" (recommendation). Avoid confusing "提案" with "要求" (request/demand), as "提案" is more about offering ideas rather than insisting on something.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes use "提案" too casually in informal conversations. Remember it fits best in contexts where ideas are formally or seriously discussed.