To be supposed to
Example: You are supposed to finish your homework before dinner.
Definition
"To be supposed to" means having an expectation or obligation to do something, often based on rules, plans, or social norms. For example, in the phrase 'You are supposed to finish your homework before dinner,' it implies a duty or requirement to complete the homework by that time.
Translations
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se supone que -
geacht worden -
estar destinat a -
être censé -
deberían
Etymology
The phrase "to be supposed to" originates from the verb 'suppose,' which comes from the Latin 'supponere,' meaning 'to put under' or 'to assume.' Over time, it evolved to express assumptions or expectations about what should happen or be done. Did you know that the word 'suppose' has been used in English since the 14th century, carrying a sense of belief or expectation?
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"To be supposed to" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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