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UK//wi wɜːr səˈpəʊzd tu ˈdɪlɪvə//US//wi wɜr səˈpoʊzd tu ˈdɪlɪvər//

Meaning of We were supposed to deliver

We had an obligation to deliver something.

In simple words: We were meant to give something to someone.

We were supposed to deliver in a sentence

  • We were supposed to deliver the report by Friday.
  • They told us we were supposed to deliver the messages to each department.
  • Since we were supposed to deliver the cake, we rushed to the bakery.
  • Our manager reminded us that we were supposed to deliver our presentations today.
  • I thought we were supposed to deliver the project outline, not just discuss it.

How to use We were supposed to deliver

Use this phrase when indicating expectations or obligations. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts.

Grammar pattern

be + supposed to + base verb

Memory hint

Imagine delivering a package but feeling 'supposed' to do it.

Related words

Collocations with We were supposed to deliver

  • supposed to be there
  • supposed to receive
  • supposed to show up

Synonyms for We were supposed to deliver

  • we were meant to deliver
  • we were expected to deliver
  • we were intended to deliver

Common mistakes with We were supposed to deliver

  • Confusing with 'suppose' which is a verb.
  • Using 'was' instead of 'were' with plural subjects.
  • Omitting 'to' before the verb when forming the phrase.

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Frequently asked questions about We were supposed to deliver

What does We were supposed to deliver mean?

We were meant to give something to someone.

What is the definition of We were supposed to deliver?

We had an obligation to deliver something.

How do you use We were supposed to deliver in a sentence?

We were supposed to deliver the report by Friday.

Can you give another example of We were supposed to deliver?

They told us we were supposed to deliver the messages to each department.

What are synonyms for We were supposed to deliver?

Common alternatives include we were meant to deliver, we were expected to deliver, we were intended to deliver.

What words go with We were supposed to deliver?

It commonly pairs with supposed to be there, supposed to receive, supposed to show up.

What are common mistakes when using We were supposed to deliver?

Confusing with 'suppose' which is a verb. Using 'was' instead of 'were' with plural subjects. Omitting 'to' before the verb when forming the phrase.

How do you pronounce We were supposed to deliver?

US: //wi wɜr səˈpoʊzd tu ˈdɪlɪvər//, UK: //wi wɜːr səˈpəʊzd tu ˈdɪlɪvə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use We were supposed to deliver?

Use this phrase when indicating expectations or obligations. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts.