LingakuFrequency rank: 2,186.
- to begin to say; to start talking; to broach (a matter); to bring up; to come out with
- to be the first to say; to suggest (doing); to propose
godan verb -す; transitive
Generated: This meaning is used when someone initiates a conversation or introduces a topic for discussion.
He began to say a proposal for a new project at the meeting.
Generated: This meaning is used when someone takes the initiative to propose an idea or suggestion, often being the first one to do so.
She was the first to suggest holding a party.