surprised
beginnerA1/sərˈpraɪzd/ · sur-prised
being taken unawares by an unexpected event
Meanings
being taken unawares by an unexpected event
ایک غیر متوقع واقعے کی وجہ سے بے خبر ہونا
حیران
hairan
Synonyms
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Common Collocations
- surprised look
- surprised expression
- surprised reaction
Example Sentences
She was surprised to see her friend at the party.
وہ پارٹی میں اپنے دوست کو دیکھ کر حیران ہوئی.
Woh party mein apne dost ko dekh kar hairan hui.
I was surprised by the sudden change in plans.
مجھے منصوبوں میں اچانک تبدیلی پر حیرت ہوئی.
Mujhe mansoobon mein achanak tabdeeli par hairat hui.
He had a surprised expression when he heard the news.
جب اُس نے خبر سنی تو اُس کا چہرہ حیران تھا.
Jab usne khabar suni to uska chehra hairan tha.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a surprising news flash.
Imagine a person with wide eyes and an open mouth, showing shock or disbelief.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
کتنی حیران ہوں میں تجھ کو دیکھ کر جیسے چاند کی چمک دیکھ کر
Kitni hairan hoon main tujh ko dekh kar Jaise chaand ki chamak dekh kar
How amazed I am to see you, Like seeing the glow of the moon.
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* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old French "surprendre" — to overtake, catch unawares
First known use: 15th century
The word 'surprise' originated from the Old French word 'surprendre' which means to overtake or catch someone unaware. Its usage has evolved to imply being taken off guard.