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UK//waɪ ˈdʌznt ðæt səˈpraɪz mi//US//waɪ ˈdʌzənt ðæt sərˈpraɪz mi//

Meaning of Why doesn't that surprise me

A phrase used when something unexpected doesn't seem surprising.

In simple words: I expected this to happen.

Why doesn't that surprise me in a sentence

  • When I heard he lost again, I thought, 'Why doesn't that surprise me?'
  • She always forgets her keys; why doesn't that surprise me?
  • Hearing about his antics? Why doesn't that surprise me anymore?

How to use Why doesn't that surprise me

Use when something unexpected happens that you actually anticipated. More common in casual conversations; less appropriate in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of a shrug followed by 'Why am I not shocked?'

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Collocations with Why doesn't that surprise me

Synonyms for Why doesn't that surprise me

Common mistakes with Why doesn't that surprise me

  • Using it in formal situations.
  • Misplacing the emphasis, making it sound too sarcastic.
  • Confusing the context where surprise was expected.

Compare Why doesn't that surprise me with I expected that, That makes sense

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Frequently asked questions about Why doesn't that surprise me

What does Why doesn't that surprise me mean?

I expected this to happen.

What is the definition of Why doesn't that surprise me?

A phrase used when something unexpected doesn't seem surprising.

How do you use Why doesn't that surprise me in a sentence?

When I heard he lost again, I thought, 'Why doesn't that surprise me?'

Can you give another example of Why doesn't that surprise me?

She always forgets her keys; why doesn't that surprise me?

What are synonyms for Why doesn't that surprise me?

Common alternatives include I expected that, that makes sense, no surprise there.

What words go with Why doesn't that surprise me?

It commonly pairs with surprise me, expected outcome, casual conversation.

What are common mistakes when using Why doesn't that surprise me?

Using it in formal situations. Misplacing the emphasis, making it sound too sarcastic. Confusing the context where surprise was expected.

How do you pronounce Why doesn't that surprise me?

US: //waɪ ˈdʌzənt ðæt sərˈpraɪz mi//, UK: //waɪ ˈdʌznt ðæt səˈpraɪz mi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Why doesn't that surprise me formal or informal?

"Why doesn't that surprise me" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Why doesn't that surprise me?

Use when something unexpected happens that you actually anticipated. More common in casual conversations; less appropriate in formal settings.