What Does "what's that supposed to mean" Mean?
Learn what "what's that supposed to mean" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
What's that supposed to mean?
It means the speaker thinks the other person was hinting at something insulting or unclear and wants them to explain.
From The Escort, Episode 18
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker reacts to a remark by asking what it was supposed to imply.
Usage Scenario
Use this in an argument when you think someone is being vague, insulting, or passive-aggressive. It can sound defensive or challenging.
Better ways to say it
What's that supposed to mean?
What do you mean by that?
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