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How to use the verb 'Suggest' correctly?


source: Learn English with Let's Talk - Free English Lessons
http://www.letstalkpodcast.com
# suggest an idea, not the person that you're making your suggestion to
--(X) I suggest you to apply for a job there.
--(O) I suggest applying for a job there.
--(O) I suggest (that) you apply for a job there.
# don't use "to" after suggest
--(X) I suggest to apply for a job there.
# the word "recommend" works exactly the same way!

# relevant grammar videos: modals: making suggestions and giving advice