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unexpected

/ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪd/

The unexpected refers to events or things that happen without being planned or predicted. It describes surprises that can cause people to feel strong emotions like shock, joy, or worry.

Ejemplos

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1

I always try to enjoy the unexpected in my daily life.

I always try to enjoy the unexpected in my daily life.

2

The government must have a plan for the unexpected.

The government must have a plan for the unexpected.

3

Life is just full of the unexpected, isn't it?

Life is just full of the unexpected, isn't it?

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
the unexpected
Verb
expect
Adverbio
unexpectedly
Adjetivo
unexpected
Relacionado
expectation
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Truco para recordar

Think of an UN-EX-pected gift: 'UN' means 'not', and 'EXpect' means 'to wait for'. You are NOT waiting for it!

Quiz rápido

In a world of changes, we must always be ready for the ___.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: unexpected

Ejemplos

1

I always try to enjoy the unexpected in my daily life.

everyday

I always try to enjoy the unexpected in my daily life.

2

The government must have a plan for the unexpected.

formal

The government must have a plan for the unexpected.

3

Life is just full of the unexpected, isn't it?

informal

Life is just full of the unexpected, isn't it?

4

Scientific research often leads to the discovery of the unexpected.

academic

Scientific research often leads to the discovery of the unexpected.

5

Our financial strategy accounts for the unexpected in the market.

business

Our financial strategy accounts for the unexpected in the market.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
the unexpected
Verb
expect
Adverbio
unexpectedly
Adjetivo
unexpected
Relacionado
expectation

Colocaciones comunes

expect the unexpected expect the unexpected
prepare for the unexpected prepare for the unexpected
dealing with the unexpected dealing with the unexpected
the beauty of the unexpected the beauty of the unexpected
full of the unexpected full of the unexpected

Frases Comunes

Expect the unexpected

Expect the unexpected

A turn for the unexpected

A turn for the unexpected

The joy of the unexpected

The joy of the unexpected

Se confunde a menudo con

unexpected vs unexpectedly

Unexpectedly is an adverb describing how something happens, while 'the unexpected' is a noun referring to the event itself.

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Notas de uso

When used as a noun, 'unexpected' is almost always preceded by the definite article 'the'. It acts as a collective noun for anything that wasn't planned.

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Errores comunes

Learners often forget to use 'the' before 'unexpected' when they want to use it as a noun. They might also confuse it with the adjective form in simple sentences.

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Truco para recordar

Think of an UN-EX-pected gift: 'UN' means 'not', and 'EXpect' means 'to wait for'. You are NOT waiting for it!

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Origen de la palabra

From the prefix 'un-' (not) combined with 'expected', which comes from the Latin 'exspectare' meaning 'to look out for'.

Patrones gramaticales

Used with the definite article 'the' Functions as a singular abstract noun Often follows verbs like 'prepare for' or 'face'
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Contexto cultural

In many English-speaking cultures, the phrase 'expect the unexpected' is a common piece of advice for staying resilient.

Quiz rápido

In a world of changes, we must always be ready for the ___.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: unexpected

Más palabras de Emotions

joy

A1

A deep feeling of great happiness and pleasure. It is used to describe an intense emotion or something that causes this feeling.

pleased

A1

To feel or show satisfaction and happiness about a specific event, situation, or result. It is commonly used to describe a person's positive emotional state when their expectations are met or exceeded.

content

A1

A feeling of being happy and satisfied with what you have or your current situation. It describes a state of peace where you do not feel the need for anything more.

eager

A1

Eager describes a person who has a strong desire to do something or is very excited about something that will happen. It suggests a positive, energetic readiness and a keen interest in a particular activity.

confident

A1

To be confident means feeling sure about your own abilities or that something will happen as you expect. It describes a person who believes in themselves and does not feel nervous or shy in front of others.

proud

A1

Proud describes the feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of one's own achievements or the achievements of those one is associated with. It is often used to express honor or high self-esteem regarding a specific quality or action.

relieved

A1

Feeling happy and relaxed because something difficult or unpleasant has stopped or did not happen. It describes the sense of comfort you feel when a worry goes away.

cherish

A1

To love someone or something very much and want to protect them. It also means to keep a happy memory or a feeling in your heart for a long time.

admire

A1

To look at someone or something and feel respect or approval. It is used when you think someone is very good, or when you think something is beautiful to look at.

tender

A1

A gentle and kind feeling or quality shown toward others. It describes a soft emotional state where someone is caring, affectionate, and easily moved by love or sympathy.

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