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UK//aɪ dənʊt səˈpəʊz//US//aɪ doʊnt səˈpoʊz//

Meaning of I don't suppose

Used to express doubt or disbelief about something.

In simple words: I doubt that something will happen.

I don't suppose in a sentence

  • I don't suppose you'll come to the party tonight.
  • Do you think it will rain? I don't suppose it will.
  • I don't suppose they know about the changes yet.

How to use I don't suppose

Use in polite conversation when expressing doubt. Less suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of a person shrugging while saying 'I don't suppose' as they doubt it will rain.

Related words

Collocations with I don't suppose

  • I don't suppose you know
  • I don't suppose so
  • I don't suppose it'll happen

Synonyms for I don't suppose

Common mistakes with I don't suppose

  • Using 'I don't suppose' in affirmative statements instead of negatives.
  • Confusing 'I suppose' with 'I don't suppose'.
  • Overusing in casual settings, where simpler phrases would suffice.

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Frequently asked questions about I don't suppose

What does I don't suppose mean?

I doubt that something will happen.

What is the definition of I don't suppose?

Used to express doubt or disbelief about something.

How do you use I don't suppose in a sentence?

I don't suppose you'll come to the party tonight.

Can you give another example of I don't suppose?

Do you think it will rain? I don't suppose it will.

What are synonyms for I don't suppose?

Common alternatives include I doubt, I don't think, I believe not, I guess not, It's unlikely.

What words go with I don't suppose?

It commonly pairs with I don't suppose you know, I don't suppose so, I don't suppose it'll happen.

What are common mistakes when using I don't suppose?

Using 'I don't suppose' in affirmative statements instead of negatives. Confusing 'I suppose' with 'I don't suppose'. Overusing in casual settings, where simpler phrases would suffice.

How do you pronounce I don't suppose?

US: //aɪ doʊnt səˈpoʊz//, UK: //aɪ dənʊt səˈpəʊz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I don't suppose?

Use in polite conversation when expressing doubt. Less suitable for formal writing.