2. to recommend (a book, someone for a position, etc.); to suggest
esp. 薦める
その後、何人かにこの漫画を勧めたが、みな反応は鈍かった。After that, I recommended this manga to several people, but none of them showed much interest.
3. to offer (a drink, cigarette, seat, etc.)
それから彼はそっと丁寧な仕草でお茶を勧めた。Then, with a gentle and polite gesture, he offered tea.