A2adjective 2K

Surprising

🇬🇧 UK /["/səˈpraɪzɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/sərˈpraɪzɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Surprising

causing surprise

In simple words: Causing wonder or shock because it is unexpected.

Surprising in a sentence

• The magician performed a surprising trick that left everyone in awe.
• It was surprising to see how quickly the flowers bloomed in spring.
• Her surprising reaction to the news caught us all off guard.
• The surprising result of the game shocked both teams.
• They had a surprising announcement that changed the company's direction.
• His surprising talent for singing was revealed during the party.

How to use Surprising

Use 'surprising' for events or information that are not what someone expects. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in formal writing when a more precise adjective could fit better.

Grammar pattern

surprising + object

Memory hint

Think of 'surprise' — when something is surprising, it catches you off guard.

Related words

Collocations with Surprising

• be
• seem
• make something
• extremely
• fairly
• very

Synonyms for Surprising

• astonishing
• amazing
• incredible
• stunning
• shocking

Opposites of Surprising

• expected
• predictable
• usual

Common mistakes with Surprising

• Confusing with 'surprise' as a noun instead of the adjective.
• Using 'surprising' when 'surprised' is the correct form (for the feeling).
• Overusing the word in formal contexts instead of replacing it with a more specific description.

Frequently asked questions about Surprising

What does Surprising mean?

Causing wonder or shock because it is unexpected.

What is the definition of Surprising?

causing surprise

How do you use Surprising in a sentence?

The magician performed a surprising trick that left everyone in awe.

Can you give another example of Surprising?

It was surprising to see how quickly the flowers bloomed in spring.

What are synonyms for Surprising?

Common alternatives include astonishing, amazing, incredible, stunning, shocking.

What is the opposite of Surprising?

Opposite meanings include expected, predictable, usual.

What words go with Surprising?

It commonly pairs with be, seem, make something, extremely, fairly, very.

What are common mistakes when using Surprising?

Confusing with 'surprise' as a noun instead of the adjective. Using 'surprising' when 'surprised' is the correct form (for the feeling). Overusing the word in formal contexts instead of replacing it with a more specific description.

How do you pronounce Surprising?

US: /["/sərˈpraɪzɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/səˈpraɪzɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Surprising?

Use 'surprising' for events or information that are not what someone expects. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in formal writing when a more precise adjective could fit better.

What CEFR level is Surprising?

"Surprising" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.