sorpresa

This is the 1204th most frequent Spanish word.

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sorpresa

Surprise.


Here, 'sorpresa' is used as a noun to describe an unexpected event organized for someone's enjoyment.

La fiesta fue una sorpresa para todos.

The party was a surprise for everyone.


In this sentence, 'sorpresa' is a noun referring to an emotional state of astonishment upon receiving unexpected information.

Estaba lleno de sorpresa al escuchar la noticia.

I was full of surprise upon hearing the news.


This example illustrates 'sorpresa' expressing the speaker's unexpectedness and amazement at encountering someone.

¡Qué sorpresa verte aquí!

What a surprise to see you here!