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1101 – How to Use “Supposed To” Naturall...

Michael DiGiacomo Happy English
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I’m supposed to meet her at six. You’re not supposed to park here. It’s supposed to rain tomorrow. I was supposed to call you yesterday. What am I supposed to do?

Supposed to is one of those expressions you hear all the time in everyday English, and we use it for several different situations. We can talk about plans and expectations, rules, things people say are true, and even things that were planned but never happened. Have you wondered about the different ways we use supposed to? If so, you’re in luck—because today, we’re going to look at how you can use supposed to naturally in everyday English.


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