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GrammarJLPT N2
was supposed to
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. was supposed to
This grammatical expression is the past tense form of つもり, used to express that someone had intended or planned to do something but did not follow through. It conveys a sense of unfulfilled intention or a plan that did not work out as expected.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I wasn't going to put on a brave face — and yet I laughed it off again.

Sentence 2

I was supposed to make it to the train on time, but I got stuck at a red light.

Sentence 3

I was going to see him, but I suddenly got scared.

Sentence 4

"I didn't mean to yell," Dad said.

Sentence 5

I had intended to explain things honestly to the client, but it led to a misunderstanding.