English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "it's supposed to poison him slowly" Mean?
Learn what "it's supposed to poison him slowly" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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It's supposed to poison him slowly.
This means the speaker believes something has been designed to harm or kill someone over time.
From The Pendleton Secrete, Episode 20
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says a substance is meant to kill him slowly.
Usage Scenario
Use this only in very dark or criminal contexts when discussing poisoning. It is not natural for everyday conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
It's supposed to poison him slowly.
2
It will poison him slowly.
3
The poison is meant to work slowly.
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