Meaning
To propose a topic for debate or consideration.
Cultural Background
Meetings are often highly structured. Using this phrase shows you respect the meeting agenda. In seminars, professors use this to invite students to speak. Used in parliament to move a motion forward. Even in modern start-ups, this phrase is used to keep brainstorming sessions focused.
Use it to lead
Use this phrase when you want to take control of a meeting and invite others to contribute.
Don't over-use
It sounds very formal. Don't use it with friends or family.
Meaning
To propose a topic for debate or consideration.
Use it to lead
Use this phrase when you want to take control of a meeting and invite others to contribute.
Don't over-use
It sounds very formal. Don't use it with friends or family.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct preposition/article combination.
Ich möchte diesen Vorschlag ____ Diskussion stellen.
The fixed collocation is 'zur Diskussion stellen'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the most formal option.
Only 'stellen' works with this idiom.
Complete the sentence.
Manager: 'Wir haben ein Problem.' Employee: 'Sollen wir es ____?'
This is the standard phrase for proposing a topic.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesIch möchte diesen Vorschlag ____ Diskussion stellen.
The fixed collocation is 'zur Diskussion stellen'.
Choose the most formal option.
Only 'stellen' works with this idiom.
Manager: 'Wir haben ein Problem.' Employee: 'Sollen wir es ____?'
This is the standard phrase for proposing a topic.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsYes, it is perfect for professional settings.
Yes, it is a formal collocation.
You can say 'Ich möchte das diskutieren', but 'zur Diskussion stellen' is more formal.
Related Phrases
zur Debatte stehen
similarto be up for debate
zur Sprache bringen
similarto bring up a topic
in Frage stellen
contrastto call into question
Diskussionsgrundlage
builds onbasis for discussion
