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
This noun comes from the verb 'überraschen'. It's formed from 'über-' (over) + 'rasch' (quick) + '-ung' (noun suffix).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'surprise' as something that comes 'over' you in a 'rush'.