All Ears English Podcast AEE: Isn’t English Supposed to Make Sense?!
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Dec 6, 2025 Dive into the intriguing quirks of English pronunciation! Discover why 'suppose' can sound like 'Z' or 'S' and learn its role in hypothetical conversations. Explore the distinction between 'supposed' as an adjective questioning assumptions and 'supposed to' indicating expectations. Join a lively role-play about planning a surprise party that highlights these nuances. Finally, pick up handy tips on elision and pronunciation to enhance your clarity in English!
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Suppose Means Think Or Imagine
- The verb suppose (z sound) means to think or imagine and often contracts in speech as in "I suppose."
- It frequently expresses uncertainty or a hypothetical, not a past-tense fact.
Weekend Phone Tag After A Fender Bump
- Aubrey shares a personal weekend task frustration about calling insurance after a car was bumped.
- She describes playing phone tag because calls miss each other on weekends.
Use 'I Suppose' To Show Hesitation
- Use "I suppose" to show hesitation or a weak agreement instead of stronger verbs like "I think."
- Contract it in casual speech ("I suppose he did") to sound natural.