surprises
Translation
surprises
Examples
Life is full of surprises.
Life is full of surprises.
He planned some nice surprises for her birthday.
He planned some nice surprises for her birthday.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is a surprise ((to sb.)) Life is full of surprises.
Similar Words
Synonyms: astonishment, shock, wonder
Etymology
From Old French 'surprendre' (to overtake). 'Sur-' (over) + 'prendre' (to take).
Memory Tips
Think of being 'taken over' by an unexpected event or feeling.