Inattendu (en. Unexpected)
/ina.tɑ̃.dy/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Surprising by its appearance or occurrence.
The announcement of his departure was completely unexpected.
L'annonce de son départ était totalement inattendue.
Not corresponding to expectations.
This unexpected result surprised everyone.
Ce résultat inattendu a surpris tout le monde.
Occurring without having been foreseen.
He gave an unexpected gift for his birthday.
Il a fait un cadeau inattendu pour son anniversaire.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'inattendatus' which means 'not awaited.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
an unexpected event
An event that occurs without being foreseen.
un événement inattendu
unexpected reaction
A response or behavior that was not anticipated.
réaction inattendue
unexpected situation
A configuration or context that does not match expectations.
situation inattendue
Related Words
awaited
That is planned or anticipated.
attendu
to foresee
To anticipate or plan something.
prévoir
surprise
An event or thing that surprises.
surprise
Slang Meanings
Something unexpected that makes you laugh.
His unexpected comment put everyone in a good mood.
Son commentaire inattendu a mis tout le monde de bonne humeur.
A displaced or absurd situation.
This turnaround was truly unexpected, almost hilarious.
Ce retournement de situation était vraiment inattendu, presque hilarant.