驚き
おどろき
surprise; astonishment; wonder; amazement
JLPT N1 Common word
Meanings
Noun
surprise; astonishment; wonder; amazement
Example sentences
何という驚き。
What a surprise!
嬉しい驚きでした。
I was pleasantly surprised.
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Did you ever?
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Japan is full of surprises!
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I'm amazed by the rate at which industries grow.
More examples (10)
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What a surprise to see you here!
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That he comes here is surprising.
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The most precious element in life is wonder.
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It is surprising that she should say so.
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His resignation as Prime Minister came as a surprise.
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It is surprising that he should not know this.
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It is surprising that he should not know this.
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I was agreeably surprised by the low prices.
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I was too surprised to speak.
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If he comes at all, it will be surprising.