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/ʃʊd/ or /ʃʊdəst/ archaic second person singular of 'should' · British
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What does shouldst mean?

archaic second person singular of 'should'

Used to express obligation, duty, or propriety, often in a formal or poetic manner. It is an archaic way of saying 'you should'.

Example

"Thou shouldst not go to the party, for thou art not feeling well."

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