Be supposed to do/be something

A) Used to say what someone is expected (or not) to do, especially because of rules or
what someone in authority has said.

You’re supposed to take off your shoes before entering the house.
We’re not supposed to sit in the priority seating area on the train.
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B) Used to say what was or is expected to happen, especially when it did not happen.

The sumo match was supposed to take place yesterday, but it was postponed
because the yokozuna beat up another wrestler.
According to the weather forecast, the cherry blossoms are supposed to bloom
early this season.
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C) Used to say that something is believed to be true by many people, although it might
not be true or you might disagree.

Amagasaki is supposed to be one of the more dangerous areas in Japan.

Some people say that New Zealand is supposed to have some of the most beautiful
landscapes in the world.

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Suppose

A) To think that something is possible, although you do not know definitely if it is.

I suppose we could afford a new car. I just hope you don’t lose your job.
A) How old is she? B) 25 I suppose.
Keiko hasn’t arrived yet. I suppose she’s stuck in traffic.

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B) Used as an imperative. Meaning: what would happen if?

Suppose Mr Abe resigns. Who can replace him?

Suppose today is the last day of your life. How would you spend it?

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