Meaning of the word "to one's surprise" in English
What does "to one's surprise" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
to one's surprise
US /tə wʌnz sərˈpraɪz/
UK /tə wʌnz səˈpraɪz/
Phrase
used to say that something was unexpected or surprising to someone
Example:
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Much to one's surprise, the quiet student won the debate competition.
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To my surprise, the package arrived a day early.
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