11 Expressions to show surprise in Spanish. We tell you! We Spaniards are very emotional. We love to show what we feel through a multitude of expressions. Today we are going to tell you how to show surprise through 11 typical expressions. These expressions of astonishment are used in the
We Spaniards are very emotional.
We love to show what we feel through a multitude of expressions.
Today we are going to tell you how to show surprise through 11 typical expressions.
These expressions of astonishment are used in the colloquial slang with exclamations in Spanish.
They are perfect for talking to friends or trusted people..
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Speaking of surprises, we had to show you 11 expressions of surprise in Spanish, right?
Well let's get to it!
This expression is used when something very surprising, for better or worse.
It reflects amazement, which is synonymous with surprise, and is often used in situations where the news is unexpected.
This expression often conveys a strong impression and is used in a variety of situations, both positive and negative.
This expression is the more intense of all.
It comes from religion. When mentioning God, it denotes deep surprise.
It is usually used before negative events, hence we turn to God, as if in search of help.
This is a way friendly to react to something you didn't expect. It is usually used when faced with things that surprise us in a good sense.
We continue with more expressions in spanish.
This sample surprise and admiration at the same time.
This expression of surprise is used softer and friendly.
Furthermore, in Spain it makes sense to little comic and rare.
It is a word that when said, usually makes people laugh, since it is not common. It is used more for joke.
When faced with things that are difficult to believe, this expression can be used to show disbelief and amazement.
It's quite direct, it is recommended to use only with people with whom we have enough trust.
It also usually indicates that you want to be told more details.
This expression has the surprise interjection "ay."
What are interjections?
The interjections They are small words that appeal to feelings and emotions, in a very direct way.
Some examples of intersection would be: Ah!, Bah!, Buah!, Boo!, Cachis!, Ea!, Oops!, Ho! …
There are also intersection types that recreate sounds, like: Brrrr! or Grrr!
In this case, “Oh, wow!” serves to indicate that you have pleasantly surprised or that you were not expecting certain information.
If you have a intermediate level of Spanish, perhaps you are thinking that the word "vaya" is part of the present subjunctive and the imperative of the verb ir.
Very well, that's right.
But, besides that, "wow" with exclamation is also a fossilized imperative showing surprise.
Fossilized imperatives are words that usually come from imperatives (although not all) and express emotions certain.
With these words you can do expressions of joy, of sadness, of strangeness, of fear, etc.
Some of the most used fossilized imperatives are:
This is one of the surprise phrases that sounds very informal, so only use it with friends.
Indicates surprise and the need to get more information about what has just been revealed.
the word "hello"In addition to being the most common greeting in Spanish, it can also be an expression of astonishment if said in a questioning tone.
This way of expressing surprise began to be very popular a few years ago.
Young people use it a lot when something surprising in a bad way or it seems surreal to them. It's quite sarcastic.
Well, well... How many surprised expressions you just learned in such a short time!
After this article, you will no longer be left blank when your Spanish-speaking friends tell you surprising news.
Now you know how to react and I'm sure communication will flow much better 🙌🏻.
The world of expressions in spanish It is very spacious and has a lot of richness.
If you want to become a supercrack of the oral communication in Spanish, you need to attend classes frequently and practice a lot every day.
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Now that you know how to show surprise, what will be the expression that you will use most from now on?
Do you know others?
Share your knowledge with other readers in the comments.
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Article written by Carlos Martinez for Hispania, Spanish school.
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