sorprendida
sohr-prehn-DEE-dah
📝 In Action
Ella estaba muy sorprendida cuando vio el pastel.
A2She was very surprised when she saw the cake.
La audiencia quedó sorprendida por la fuerza de su voz.
B1The audience was astonished by the power of her voice.
¿Estás sorprendida de que ganamos el partido?
A2Are you surprised that we won the game?
💡 Grammar Points
Adjective Agreement
Since this word ends in '-a', it is used to describe a single female person or a feminine noun. If you were describing a male person, you would use 'sorprendido'.
Using 'Estar' or 'Quedar'
You usually use 'estar' (to be in a temporary state) or 'quedar' (to become/be left) with 'sorprendida' to show the state of surprise, not 'ser' (to be permanently).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Incorrect Verb Choice
Mistake: "Soy sorprendida. (I am surprised.)"
Correction: Estoy sorprendida. (I am surprised.) You must use 'estar' because being surprised is a temporary feeling or state.
⭐ Usage Tips
Expressing Intensity
To emphasize the surprise, add adverbs like 'muy' (very) or 'totalmente' (totally): 'Estaba totalmente sorprendida'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: sorprendida
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'sorprendida'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'sorprendido' and 'sorprendida'?
'Sorprendido' is used when talking about a male person or a masculine thing (e.g., 'El niño está sorprendido'). 'Sorprendida' is used when talking about a female person or a feminine thing (e.g., 'La niña está sorprendida'). They both mean 'surprised'.
Can I use 'sorprendida' as a verb?
No. 'Sorprendida' is an adjective describing a state. The verb form is 'sorprender' (to surprise). For example, 'La noticia va a sorprenderte' (The news is going to surprise you).