surprise (EN)noun, verb, interjection
noun “surprise”
singular surprise , plural surprises or uncountable
- something unexpected Sign up to see the translation of definitions and examples into any language.Getting a dog was a
surprise , but it was a pleasant one. - the feeling of surprise Her
surprise was evident when she unwrapped the gift to find a pair of concert tickets.
verb “surprise”
infinitive surprise ; he surprises ; past tense surprised ; past part. surprised ; ger. surprising
- to perform an unexpected action that catches someone off guard For their anniversary, she
surprised her husband with a weekend getaway to the mountains.
interjection “surprise”
surprise
- an exclamation used when revealing an unexpected event or action, often for celebratory purposes "
Surprise !" I exclaimed as I unveiled the new car to my spouse.