Significado
Something unexpected.
Contexto cultural
In Greece, 'surprises' often involve the whole extended family. If you surprise one person, expect ten others to be in on the secret! Cypriots use the same phrase, but the pronunciation of 'έκπληξη' might have a softer 'sh' sound in some dialects. Greek-Americans often mix the languages, saying 'Σου έχω ένα surprise', but 'Είναι μια έκπληξη' remains the standard for formal letters home. In Greek business, a 'surprise' is often viewed with caution unless it's clearly positive. Transparency is usually preferred over sudden changes.
Add 'Ευχάριστη' for extra politeness
Saying 'Είναι μια ευχάριστη έκπληξη' (It's a pleasant surprise) makes you sound very fluent and gracious.
Watch the gender!
Never say 'ένα έκπληξη'. It's a common mistake that immediately marks you as a beginner.
Significado
Something unexpected.
Add 'Ευχάριστη' for extra politeness
Saying 'Είναι μια ευχάριστη έκπληξη' (It's a pleasant surprise) makes you sound very fluent and gracious.
Watch the gender!
Never say 'ένα έκπληξη'. It's a common mistake that immediately marks you as a beginner.
The 'Surprise' Visit
In Greece, showing up unannounced is often called an 'έκπληξη', but it's becoming less common in big cities. Always check the vibe first!
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct article for the word 'έκπληξη'.
Αυτό το δώρο είναι ___ έκπληξη.
The word 'έκπληξη' is feminine, so it requires the feminine article 'μια'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to react to an unexpected friend?
You see your friend Maria at the airport unexpectedly. You say:
While 'Είναι μια έκπληξη' is correct, 'Τι έκπληξη είναι αυτή!' is the most natural idiomatic exclamation for this situation.
Complete the dialogue.
Πέτρος: Γιατί μου κλείνεις τα μάτια; Μαρία: ___________
Closing someone's eyes is the universal sign that a surprise is coming.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match 'Ήταν μια δυσάρεστη έκπληξη' with the correct event.
'Δυσάρεστη' means unpleasant, which fits a parking ticket.
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Ayudas visuales
Types of Εκπλήξεις
Positive
- • Δώρο (Gift)
- • Πάρτι (Party)
- • Προαγωγή (Promotion)
Negative
- • Λογαριασμός (Bill)
- • Κίνηση (Traffic)
- • Βροχή (Rain)
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosΑυτό το δώρο είναι ___ έκπληξη.
The word 'έκπληξη' is feminine, so it requires the feminine article 'μια'.
You see your friend Maria at the airport unexpectedly. You say:
While 'Είναι μια έκπληξη' is correct, 'Τι έκπληξη είναι αυτή!' is the most natural idiomatic exclamation for this situation.
Πέτρος: Γιατί μου κλείνεις τα μάτια; Μαρία: ___________
Closing someone's eyes is the universal sign that a surprise is coming.
Match 'Ήταν μια δυσάρεστη έκπληξη' with the correct event.
'Δυσάρεστη' means unpleasant, which fits a parking ticket.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
5 preguntasYes! You would say 'Πάρτι έκπληξη' (Surprise party).
Not necessarily, but without an adjective, it's usually assumed to be positive or neutral. Use 'δυσάρεστη' for negative ones.
You say 'Είμαι έκπληκτος' (masculine) or 'Είμαι έκπληκτη' (feminine).
The plural is 'εκπλήξεις' (ekplixeis).
Yes, e.g., 'Ήταν μια ευχάριστη έκπληξη η πρότασή σας' (Your proposal was a pleasant surprise).
Frases relacionadas
Σου έχω μια έκπληξη
builds onI have a surprise for you.
Τι έκπληξη!
similarWhat a surprise!
Κατάπληξη
specialized formAstonishment / Amazement
Ξαφνικό
synonymSudden
