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Suppose vs Supposed

Both 'suppose' and 'supposed' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Suppose' is a verb used to express a hypothetical situation or assumption, while 'supposed' is the past participle of 'suppose' and is used to indicate something that is assumed or expected.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

Suppose

This is a correct verb used to express a hypothetical situation or assumption.

Use 'suppose' when you want to introduce a hypothetical situation or make an assumption.

Examples:

  • Suppose we don't find the keys, what should we do?
  • I suppose you're right about that.

Alternatives:

  • assume
  • presume
  • imagine
  • guess
  • think

Supposed

This is the past participle of 'suppose' and is used to indicate something that is assumed or expected.

Use 'supposed' when referring to something that is assumed or expected based on previous information.

Examples:

  • He was supposed to arrive by noon.
  • The package was supposed to be delivered yesterday.

Alternatives:

  • assumed
  • expected
  • believed
  • presumed
  • supposed to be

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