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Meaning of the word should in English

What does should mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

should

US /ʃʊd/
UK /ʃʊd/
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Modal Verb

1.

used to indicate obligation, duty, or correctness, typically when criticizing someone's actions

Example:
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You should apologize for your behavior.
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We should respect our elders.
Synonym:
ought to must have to
2.

used to indicate what is probable or expected

Example:
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It should be sunny tomorrow.
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The package should arrive by Friday.
Synonym:
likely probably expected to
3.

used in polite requests or suggestions

Example:
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Should I open the window?
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You should try this new restaurant.
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children should be seen and not heard books and friends should be few but good no one should be judge in his own cause if there were no clouds, we should not enjoy the sun whoever writes a book, should be ready to accept criticism train up a child in the way he should go flattery, much like perfume, should be smelled but not swallowed