A2noun 2K

Suggestion

🇬🇧 UK /["/səˈdʒestʃən/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/səˈdʒestʃən//səɡˈdʒestʃən/"]/

Meaning of Suggestion

an idea or a plan that you mention for somebody else to think about

In simple words: An idea that you give to someone about what they could do.

Suggestion in a sentence

• I have a suggestion for our next project that I believe will improve our results.
• Her suggestion to try a new restaurant was very popular among the group.
• The teacher welcomed any suggestion that could help the students learn better.
• Could you give me a suggestion on which book to read next?
• His suggestion was to start the meeting earlier to accommodate everyone's schedule.

How to use Suggestion

Use 'suggestion' in both casual and formal contexts. It’s appropriate when offering advice or ideas but should be avoided in situations requiring direct commands or instructions.

Grammar pattern

make + suggestion

Memory hint

Think of a 'suggestion box' where ideas are placed for review.

Related words

Collocations with Suggestion

• constructive
• excellent
• good
• have
• come up with
• give somebody
• box
• at the suggestion of
• suggestion about
• suggestion as to
• amid suggestions that…
• be open to suggestion
• be open to suggestions
• constructive
• excellent
• good
• have
• come up with
• give somebody
• box
• at the suggestion of
• suggestion about
• suggestion as to
• amid suggestions that…
• be open to suggestion
• be open to suggestions
• implicit
• hypnotic
• by suggestion
• through suggestion
• the power of suggestion
• faint
• mere
• slightest
• carry
• have
• at the suggestion of
• suggestion of

Synonyms for Suggestion

• hint
• trace

Opposites of Suggestion

• disapproval
• rejection

Common mistakes with Suggestion

• Using 'suggestion' when a more forceful term like 'order' is needed.
• Confusing 'suggestion' with 'suggestive,' which has a different meaning.
• Saying 'give a suggestion' instead of 'make a suggestion.'

Frequently asked questions about Suggestion

What does Suggestion mean?

An idea that you give to someone about what they could do.

What is the definition of Suggestion?

an idea or a plan that you mention for somebody else to think about

How do you use Suggestion in a sentence?

I have a suggestion for our next project that I believe will improve our results.

Can you give another example of Suggestion?

Her suggestion to try a new restaurant was very popular among the group.

What are synonyms for Suggestion?

Common alternatives include hint, trace.

What is the opposite of Suggestion?

Opposite meanings include disapproval, rejection.

What words go with Suggestion?

It commonly pairs with constructive, excellent, good, have, come up with, give somebody, box, at the suggestion of, suggestion about, suggestion as to, amid suggestions that…, be open to suggestion, be open to suggestions, constructive, excellent, good, have, come up with, give somebody, box, at the suggestion of, suggestion about, suggestion as to, amid suggestions that…, be open to suggestion, be open to suggestions, implicit, hypnotic, by suggestion, through suggestion, the power of suggestion, faint, mere, slightest, carry, have, at the suggestion of, suggestion of.

What are common mistakes when using Suggestion?

Using 'suggestion' when a more forceful term like 'order' is needed. Confusing 'suggestion' with 'suggestive,' which has a different meaning. Saying 'give a suggestion' instead of 'make a suggestion.'

How do you pronounce Suggestion?

US: /["/səˈdʒestʃən//səɡˈdʒestʃən/"]/, UK: /["/səˈdʒestʃən/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Suggestion?

Use 'suggestion' in both casual and formal contexts. It’s appropriate when offering advice or ideas but should be avoided in situations requiring direct commands or instructions.

What CEFR level is Suggestion?

"Suggestion" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.