CEFR A2

suppose

verb

Meaning

To believe that something is likely to be true or to happen, without having proof.

Examples

I suppose we should leave now.
He supposed that she would agree to the plan.

Synonyms: guess, assume, believe, reckon

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suppose (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /səˈpoʊz/

Definition

To believe that something is likely to be true or to happen, without having proof.

Examples

I suppose we should leave now.
He supposed that she would agree to the plan.
Do you suppose it will rain tomorrow?

How to Use suppose

suppose that (prepositional phrase): To believe that something is true or likely, often without proof. — "I suppose that he will be late."
suppose to (prepositional phrase): To be expected or required to do something. — "You are supposed to finish the report by Friday."
suppose (verb): To think or believe something to be true or likely. — "I suppose it's a good idea."

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