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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

Verbs- suppose/supposed, concern/concerned



Question 1) Those lines around the eyes are supposed to indicate I am a wise, mature person.

Why is it "are supposed" and not "are suppose"?

Question 2) As far as i am concerned, they reveal age not character.



Why is it "am concerned" and not "am concern"?
  

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"supposed" and "concerned" are the past participles of the verbs "suppose" and "concern". When, as here, the verbs are used in a passive or adjectival sense, the past participle is required. It's just a rule of English grammar.

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  • "supposed" and "concerned" are the past participles of the verbs "suppose" and "concern".
  • When, as here, the verbs are used in a passive or adjectival sense, the past participle is required.
  • It's just a rule of English grammar.
  • " (past participle "cleaned" is required)
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"supposed" and "concerned" are the past participles of the verbs "suppose" and "concern". When, as here, the verbs are used in a passive or adjectival sense, the past participle is required. It's just a rule of English grammar. Compare:

"The windows are broken." (past participle "broken" is required)

"The rooms are cleaned daily." (past participle "cleaned" is required)
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