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UK//nɒt səˈpraɪzd//US//nɑt səˈpraɪzd//

Meaning of Not surprised

Feeling no shock or amazement about a situation or event.

In simple words: feeling that something is expected and normal

Not surprised in a sentence

  • When I heard the news, I was not surprised at all.
  • Seeing her at the party was nice, but I was not surprised.
  • Given his reputation, I was not surprised by his comment.
  • The weather turned cold; I was not surprised since it is winter.
  • When she won, I was not surprised; she works very hard.

How to use Not surprised

Use this phrase to express that you are not shocked by a situation. It fits well in everyday conversations but might seem too casual in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of staying calm - like a flat sea, showing no surprise.

Related words

Collocations with Not surprised

  • not surprised at all
  • not surprised by
  • was not surprised
  • not surprised when
  • I am not surprised

Synonyms for Not surprised

Common mistakes with Not surprised

  • Using 'not surprised' when you should say 'not surprising'.
  • Confusion with 'surprised' as an adjective instead of the phrase.
  • Inappropriate use in overly formal contexts.

Compare Not surprised with Expected, Calm, Predictable

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Frequently asked questions about Not surprised

What does Not surprised mean?

feeling that something is expected and normal

What is the definition of Not surprised?

Feeling no shock or amazement about a situation or event.

How do you use Not surprised in a sentence?

When I heard the news, I was not surprised at all.

Can you give another example of Not surprised?

Seeing her at the party was nice, but I was not surprised.

What are synonyms for Not surprised?

Common alternatives include expected, not shocked, unmoved, calm, predictable.

What words go with Not surprised?

It commonly pairs with not surprised at all, not surprised by, was not surprised, not surprised when, I am not surprised.

What are common mistakes when using Not surprised?

Using 'not surprised' when you should say 'not surprising'. Confusion with 'surprised' as an adjective instead of the phrase. Inappropriate use in overly formal contexts.

How do you pronounce Not surprised?

US: //nɑt səˈpraɪzd//, UK: //nɒt səˈpraɪzd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Not surprised?

Use this phrase to express that you are not shocked by a situation. It fits well in everyday conversations but might seem too casual in formal writing.