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Quiero proponer una idea nueva.

Quiero proponer una idea nueva.
I want to propose a new idea.
From Lesson 325:In a Meeting·Spanish (Spain)

Questions & Answers about Quiero proponer una idea nueva.

Could I put nueva before idea and say una nueva idea instead?
Yes, but it changes the nuance slightly. In Spanish, placing nueva after the noun (una idea nueva) emphasizes that the idea itself is brand new, fresh, or original. Putting it before the noun (una nueva idea) usually just means "another idea" or an idea that is new to you, even if it's not a highly original concept.
Why is the second verb, proponer, left in its infinitive (dictionary) form?
When you have two verbs working together for a single action, only the first verb is conjugated to match the person doing the action. Here, quiero (I want) is conjugated for "I". The second verb, proponer, stays in the infinitive because it represents the action you want "to do" (to propose).
Could I use sugerir instead of proponer in this sentence?
Yes, sugerir (to suggest) works perfectly and means almost the same thing. Proponer (to propose or put forward) is often used when you are actively presenting a plan or a concept for others to discuss, like in a business meeting. Sugerir can feel just a little bit more subtle or casual.

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