Ways to Say "you were supposed" in English
Learn useful ways to say "you were supposed" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
You were supposed to be helping me
It means the speaker is angry that the other person did the opposite of what they should have done.
From The Marriage Contract, Episode 4
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker blames someone for failing to help and ruining an opportunity instead.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a complaint or argument when someone let you down. The full line is long and context-heavy, so it is not ideal as a standalone phrase page.
Better ways to say it
You were supposed to be helping me instead of blowing any chance you got.
You were supposed to help me.
You blew your chance.
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