Cool MateMeaning of Weren't expecting that
An expression of surprise at an unexpected event.
In simple words: A surprise or sudden change that is not anticipated.
Weren't expecting that in a sentence
- When she won the lottery, we all said, 'weren't expecting that!'
- He walked in with a new puppy and everyone exclaimed, 'weren't expecting that!'
- After the show, everyone was shocked and said, 'weren't expecting that!'
- The twist in the movie was so good; I thought, 'weren't expecting that!'
- When they announced the new project, I was like, 'wow, weren't expecting that!'
How to use Weren't expecting that
Used primarily in casual spoken English to express surprise or disbelief. It's not suitable for formal writing. Best used among friends or in informal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone chunk
Memory hint
Think of a surprise party when you say 'weren't expecting that!'
Related words
Collocations with Weren't expecting that
- really weren't expecting that
- totally weren't expecting that
- kind of weren't expecting that
- honestly weren't expecting that
Synonyms for Weren't expecting that
- surprised by that
- didn't see that coming
- unexpected
- not anticipated
- taken aback
Common mistakes with Weren't expecting that
- Incorrectly using in formal contexts.
- Using with a positive tone when context is negative.
- Failing to use the contraction correctly, e.g., saying 'were not expecting that'.
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Weren't expecting that in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
لم نتوقع ذلك
مفاجأة أو تغيير مفاجئ لم يكن في الحسبان.
- Bengaliবাংলা
এটা আশা করিনি
একটি বিস্ময় বা আকস্মিক পরিবর্তন যা প্রত্যাশিত ছিল না।
- GermanDeutsch
Das hätte ich nicht erwartet
Eine Überraschung oder plötzliche Änderung, die nicht vorhergesehen wurde.
- SpanishEspañol
¡Eso no me lo esperaba!
Una sorpresa o cambio repentino que no se anticipa.
- Persianفارسی
انتظار نداشتم
شگفتی یا تغییر ناگهانی که پیشبینی نشده است.
- FrenchFrançais
Pas prévu ça !
Une surprise ou un changement soudain qui n'est pas anticipé.
- Hindiहिन्दी
ये उम्मीद नहीं थी
एक आश्चर्य या अचानक बदलाव जिसकी उम्मीद न हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Non me lo aspettavo
Una sorpresa o un cambiamento improvviso che non era previsto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Não esperava por essa
Uma surpresa ou mudança repentina que não era prevista.
- RussianРусский
Не ожидали такого
Неожиданность или внезапное изменение, которого не предвидели.
- Urduاردو
یہ تو سوچا ہی نہیں تھا
ایک حیرت یا اچانک تبدیلی جس کی توقع نہ ہو۔
- Chinese中文
没想到
出乎意料的惊喜或突然的变化。
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Frequently asked questions about Weren't expecting that
What does Weren't expecting that mean?
A surprise or sudden change that is not anticipated.
What is the definition of Weren't expecting that?
An expression of surprise at an unexpected event.
How do you use Weren't expecting that in a sentence?
When she won the lottery, we all said, 'weren't expecting that!'
Can you give another example of Weren't expecting that?
He walked in with a new puppy and everyone exclaimed, 'weren't expecting that!'
What are synonyms for Weren't expecting that?
Common alternatives include surprised by that, didn't see that coming, unexpected, not anticipated, taken aback.
What words go with Weren't expecting that?
It commonly pairs with really weren't expecting that, totally weren't expecting that, kind of weren't expecting that, honestly weren't expecting that.
What are common mistakes when using Weren't expecting that?
Incorrectly using in formal contexts. Using with a positive tone when context is negative. Failing to use the contraction correctly, e.g., saying 'were not expecting that'.
How do you pronounce Weren't expecting that?
US: //wɜrnt ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ ðæt//, UK: //wɜːnt ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Weren't expecting that formal or informal?
"Weren't expecting that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Weren't expecting that?
Used primarily in casual spoken English to express surprise or disbelief. It's not suitable for formal writing. Best used among friends or in informal contexts.