conj

supposing

suh-POH-zihng

Supposing (conj) means used to introduce a hypothetical situation, meaning "if.". Example: “Supposing it rains — what's the backup plan?”

conj

Used to introduce a hypothetical situation, meaning "if."

"Supposing it rains — what's the backup plan?"

"Supposing you won the lottery, what would you buy first?"

How to use supposing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA way of introducing a hypothetical, meaning roughly "if" or "what if."

Common pairings

supposing that just supposing

Word forms

supposings plural

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Rhymes for supposing

losing nosing posing closing opposing imposing choosing exposing composing disposing disclosing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “supposing” mean?

The word “supposing” means used to introduce a hypothetical situation, meaning "if.". In plain terms, a way of introducing a hypothetical, meaning roughly "if" or "what if.".

How do you pronounce “supposing”?

“Supposing” is pronounced suh-POH-zihng (/səˈpoʊzɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “supposing” in a sentence?

Here is “supposing” used in a sentence: “Supposing it rains — what's the backup plan?”

What part of speech is “supposing”?

“Supposing” is a conjunction.