French Word · Intermediate
surprendre
to surprise
Pronunciation: /syʁ.pʁɑ̃dʁ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to surprise".
Example
Plus rien ne me surprend.
Nothing surprises me anymore.
Practice tips
- Practice surprendre out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French word is for intermediate-level learners.