überraschen
to surprise
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/yːbɐˈʁa.ʃn̩/
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Cultural Note
Unlike separable verbs, 'überraschen' is inseparable — the prefix 'über' stays attached. 'Überraschungsparty' (surprise party) and 'Überraschungsei' (Kinder Surprise egg, invented in Germany/Italy) are fun compounds. Germans love well-planned surprises, but spontaneous drop-ins are generally not welcome.
📝 Example Sentences
Ich möchte dich überraschen.
I want to surprise you.
Die Party hat sie total überrascht.
The party totally surprised her.
Lass dich überraschen!
Let yourself be surprised!