Surprit (en. Surprised)

[syʁpʁi]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has been struck by a surprise.
She was surprised to receive an unexpected gift.
Elle était surprise de recevoir un cadeau inattendu.
Who enjoys being surprised.
He has a surprising character, he always seeks the unexpected.
Il a un caractère surprit, il cherche toujours l'inattendu.
Who shows an immediate reaction to a surprise.
His surprised reaction made everyone laugh.
Sa réaction surprite a fait rire tout le monde.

Etymology

The word 'surprit' comes from the verb 'surprendre' combined with the adjectival suffix.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be surprised
To feel a surprise.
être surprit
to look surprised
To display a look of surprise.
avoir l'air surprit

Related Words

surprise
To cause a shock or a surprise.
surprendre
astonish
To provoke astonishment.
étonner
stun
To provoke a strong surprise, almost disbelief.
stupéfacter

Slang Meanings

To be shocked
He was surprised when he heard the news.
Il était surprit quand il a entendu la nouvelle.
To be caught off guard
She was surprised by her friend who arrived unexpectedly.
Elle a été surprit par son ami qui est arrivé sans prévenir.