Spanish Word · Intermediate
sorprender
to surprise
Pronunciation: /soɾpɾenˈdeɾ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to surprise".
Example
La sorprendí con nuestro regalo.
I surprised her with our gift.
Practice tips
- Practice sorprender out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.