SUMMARY:
There are two main ways to use “supposed to”:
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Expressing Expectation: For instance, when you say, “The magician is supposed to pull a rabbit out of the hat.” This indicates something you anticipate happening, like during a magic show.
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Expressing Obligation: Just as I mentioned earlier, “You are supposed to do the exercises and practice.” Similarly, “You are not supposed to touch that” signifies something you shouldn’t do.
The structure: VERB TO BE (“is,” “are,” “am”) + SUPPOSED TO + VERB (present form).
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Affirmative example: “You are supposed to deliver this on time.”
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Negative example: “You are not supposed to ask questions yet.”
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Question example: “Are we supposed to eat this?” (referring to the apple with a skull)
MY EXAMPLES:
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I’m supposed to complete my assignments by the specified deadlines.
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I’m supposed to attend team meetings and provide updates on my tasks.
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I’m not supposed to engage in gossip or spread rumors about my colleagues.
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I’m supposed to dress professionally and adhere to the company’s dress code.
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I’m not supposed to take extended breaks without prior approval.
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