propositi

Propositi is a term that appears in two linguistic contexts: Italian and Latin, where it carries distinct but related meanings. In Italian, propositi is the plural of proposito and means aims, intents, or plans. It is commonly used to refer to the goals or intended outcomes of a person, project, or organization, as in phrases like propositi del progetto. In Latin, propositi is the genitive singular form of propositus or propositum and thus functions as a grammatical form rather than a standalone concept, indicating “of the proposal,” “of the plan,” or similarly related ideas in a sentence.

Etymology traces both usages to Latin elements from proponere, meaning “to put forth” or “to propose.” The Italian plural reflects standard noun inflection, while the Latin form appears in classical and medieval texts as part of noun phrases rather than as an independent term in its own right.

In contemporary English-language discussions, propositi is rarely treated as a defined technical term. It most often arises when translating or quoting Italian or Latin sources, where it preserves its original sense of intention or proposed content rather than signifying a separate theory or field.

See also: proposito, propositum, proposition, intention, aim.