die Überraschung
Translation
surprise, astonishment
Examples
Ich habe eine Überraschung für dich.
I have a surprise for you.
Das Leben ist voller Überraschungen.
Life is full of surprises.
Grammar Patterns
a surprise ((for sb.)) a surprise for sb. This is a surprise for my mother.
to be full of surprises to be full of surprises The day was full of surprises.
Similar Words
Synonym: die Verwunderung (astonishment)
Etymology
A noun derived from the verb 'überraschen'. It combines 'über-' (over), 'rasch' (quick), and the noun suffix '-ung'.
Memory Tips
A surprise party is 'eine Überraschungsparty'. Link the word to this fun event.