wonder
Translation
to ask oneself, to feel doubt, to marvel
Examples
I wonder why he is late.
I wonder why he is late.
We wondered at the amazing view.
We wondered at the amazing view.
Grammar Patterns
((if/whether/wh- clause)) to ask oneself (a question) I wonder if she will come.
((about sth.)) to think about (sth.) with curiosity I was wondering about that.
Similar Words
Synonyms: question, ponder, marvel; Antonyms: know, believe
Etymology
From Old English 'wundor' (marvel, miracle). Cognate with German 'Wunder'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Alice in Wonderland' - a place that makes you wonder about everything.