How to Pronounce "not supposed to"
expression
ˈnɑt/ /səˈpoʊzd/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
NAHT suh-POHZD tuh
nˈɒt/ /spoʊst/ /tˈuː
NOT spohst TOO
Definition
Used to say that something is not allowed, expected, or correct in a situation. It can show rules, expectations, or obligations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑt/ /səˈpoʊzd/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
nˈɒt/ /spoʊst/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAHT suh-POHZD tuh
UK
NOT spohst TOO
Listen in Context
You are not supposed to eat in class.
I'm not supposed to be here after 8 p.m.
Children are not supposed to play with matches.
Hey, you’re not supposed to tell anyone my secret!