Introduction
Expressing surprise is a common human reaction to unexpected events or revelations. Knowing how to say “I’m surprised, I didn’t see that coming” in Japanese can help you convey your astonishment effectively. In this guide, we’ll explore how to express surprise in Japanese and provide you with the appropriate phrase.
Saying ‘I’m Surprised, I Didn’t See That Coming’ in Japanese
To say “I’m surprised, I didn’t see that coming” in Japanese, you can use the following phrase:
- 「驚いて、それが予想外でした。」 (Odoroite, sore ga yosougai deshita.)
This phrase can be broken down as follows:
- 驚いて (Odoroite) means “surprised” or “in astonishment.”
- それが (Sore ga) means “that.”
- 予想外でした (Yosougai deshita) means “was unexpected” or “was beyond expectations.”
Using this phrase allows you to express your surprise and the unexpected nature of the situation in Japanese.
