Spanish · Emotions & Feelings
Sorpresa
Surprise
Beginnernoun
Definition
A feeling caused by something unexpected.
Example
¡Qué sorpresa verte aquí!
What a surprise to see you here!
Etymology
The term 'sorpresa' comes from the Latin 'surprendere', meaning to take unawares. It has come to signify the emotion of surprise in Spanish.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts, 'sorpresa' is commonly employed in conversations and narratives where unexpected events are discussed.