überrascht
Translation
surprised, astonished
Examples
Ich war positiv überrascht.
I was positively surprised.
Sie machte ein überraschtes Gesicht.
She made a surprised face.
Er war überrascht über das Geschenk.
He was surprised about the gift.
Grammar Patterns
to be surprised ((about/at sth.)) to be surprised about/at sth. He is surprised about the news.
to be surprised ((by sth.)) to be surprised by sth. I am surprised by your success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: erstaunt, verwundert; Antonym: erwartet (expected)
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'überraschen'. From 'über-' (over) + 'rasch' (quick, rash). Something that comes 'over' you 'quickly'.
Memory Tips
Imagine something coming 'over' you in a 'rash' or quick manner. You would be surprised!