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feminine

suʁˈpɾezɐ

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Translation

surprise

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Word origin

From French surprise, past participle of surprendre, from Latin super- and prehendere ('to seize').

Origin
French
Root
surprendre
English cognates
surprise, comprehend

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralsurpresas

Examples

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What a lovely surprise to see you here!

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She organised a surprise party for her boyfriend.

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Life's surprises are not always pleasant.

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This word is taught in chapter 5, lesson 8: Words 461-470.