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Definition be supposed to do/be something in British English

be supposed to do/be something phrase

phrase
1

to be expected to behave in a particular way, especially according to a rule, an agreement, or someone in authority

Example

You're supposed to make a copy of the contract before you mail it.

Example

Am I supposed to be at the meeting on Tuesday?

Example

This isn't what we're supposed to be discussing.

Synonyms and related words
rule convention law
Example

Latin America is supposed to be a pretty inexpensive place to travel in.

Example

This restaurant is supposed to make excellent salads.

Synonyms and related words
seem tend possess
3

to be expected or intended to happen in a particular way or to have a particular result

Example

The new regulations are supposed to help single parents.

Example

Today was supposed to have been sunny, but it's raining.

Synonyms and related words
expect count on plan on
Definition be supposed to do/be something in British English