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"Supuesto" is a form of "supuesto", an adjective which is often translated as "supposed". "Sentado" is a form of "sentado", an adjective which is often translated as "seated". Learn more about the difference between "supuesto" and "sentado" below.
supuesto(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. supposed
Se ha detenido al supuesto asesino.The supposed murderer has been arrested.
b. alleged
El supuesto propietario obtuvo la propiedad mediante robo.The alleged owner obtained the property by theft.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. assumption
Trabajemos bajo el supuesto que nos van a dar los permisos necesarios.Let's work under the assumption that we will get the necessary permits.
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sentado(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. seated
Estabas sentado en la silla cuando te dormiste.You were seated in the chair when you fell asleep.
b. sitting
Pasas demasiado tiempo sentado con estos videojuegos. ¡Sal afuera!You spend too much time sitting with those video games. Go outside!
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