How to Pronounce "surprise by"
expression
səˈpɹaɪz/, /sɝˈpɹaɪz/ /ˈbaɪ
ser-PRIZE by
səpɹˈaɪz/ /bˈaɪ
ser-PRIZE by
Definition
To feel surprise because of something or someone, or to cause someone else to feel surprised about something.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈpɹaɪz/, /sɝˈpɹaɪz/ /ˈbaɪ
British English
səpɹˈaɪz/ /bˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ser-PRIZE by
UK
ser-PRIZE by
Listen in Context
I was surprised by the loud noise outside.
She was surprised by her birthday party.
They are surprised by the test results.
I was honestly surprised by how much fun we had at the meeting.