Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Writing-Problem Phrases (Part 1)

In writing (and even speaking), it's important to use your words and phrases correctly.

This next series of blog posts will focus on some commonly misused phrases. These items are ones highlighted on the Weber State University webpage.

Problem phrase: Supposed to
Rule: Do not omit the "d." The phrase "suppose to" is incorrect.

I was supposed to go running today, but the rain stopped me.

Try using it correctly in a sentence!

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

He thought he was supposed to lock all doors.

Maria C. Torres

Carol Willis said...

I was suppose to meet a friend to go walking but, she didn't show up.

Unknown said...

I was supposed to meet a friend to go walking but, she didn't show up.

CWillis

Anonymous said...

My husband is late for dinner I supposed he is working overtime.


Roxana Alvarez

April 09, 2010

Anonymous said...

I was supposed to have lunch with my mom, but she wasn't feeling well.

Melissa Lobsinger

Anonymous said...

I was supposed to lock all doors!



Lourdes Perez

Carol Willis said...

I was supposed to meet a friend to go walking but, she didn't show up.

"Correction" I previously left out the "d"

Anonymous said...

I was supposed to get my car cleaned, but it had rained all day.



Cassandra Jones

Anonymous said...

I was suppose to go on my date but the babysitter didn't show up.

Angela Richardson

Anonymous said...

I am supposed to begin dance class tomorrow.


SHENEA WALKER

Anonymous said...

I was supposed to pick up my daughter from school, but I over slept.

Dorothea M.

Anonymous said...

I was supposed to go the meeting with Pat, but she was unable to attend.

Verona H