Recommend me vs Recommend To me

Both 'recommend me' and 'recommend to me' are commonly used phrases in English, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Recommend me' is more informal and direct, often used in casual conversations or when asking for suggestions. On the other hand, 'recommend to me' is more formal and structured, commonly used in professional settings or when following a specific protocol.

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Recommend me

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal contexts when asking for suggestions or advice.

This phrase is often used in casual conversations among friends or family when seeking recommendations. It is a direct way to ask someone to suggest something.

Examples:

Can you recommend me a good restaurant in the area?
I need a new book to read. Could you recommend me something?
She recommended me to try the new coffee shop downtown.
My friend recommended me to watch that movie.
Could you recommend me a good place to visit in the city?

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Nov 7, 2015 ... The structure of the phrase, "Recommend me a book," parallels that of "Give me a book." Let's look at that first. A verb such as 'to give' ...
But, if you say who the recommendation is for first, don't use “to” (Recommend me a book). “Recommend a book to me” is incorrect grammar usage. "Recommend Me" ...
Jul 26, 2009 ... Recommend me as in this sentence, 'Can anyone recommend me a perfume.' I'm positive it should be 'Recommend to me'.
Recommend me if you personally want yourself recommended. Recommend to me if someone wants you to try something that they recommend you do.

Alternatives:

recommend something to me
suggest something to me
give me a recommendation
advise me on something
point me in the right direction

Recommend To me

This phrase is correct and commonly used in formal contexts, especially in professional settings or when following a specific protocol.

This phrase is often used when asking for recommendations or advice in a more formal or structured manner. It is commonly used in professional settings or when following a specific protocol.

Examples:

Can you recommend a good candidate to me for the job?
I would appreciate it if you could recommend a good hotel to me.
She recommended a new approach to me for the project.
Could you recommend a good course to me for my career development?
The doctor recommended a specialist to me for further evaluation.

Alternatives:

recommend something for me
suggest something for me
provide me with a recommendation
advise me on something
point me towards something

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