How to Say ‘I’m Surprised, I Never Expected That’ in Japanese

Introduction

Expressing surprise is a common emotion, and knowing how to convey it in Japanese can be helpful in various situations. In this guide, we’ll explore how to say “I’m surprised, I never expected that” in Japanese.

Saying ‘I’m Surprised, I Never Expected That’ in Japanese

To say “I’m surprised, I never expected that” in Japanese, you can use the following phrase:

• 「びっくりしました、予想外でした。」 (Bikkuri shimashita, yosou gaideshita.)

Here’s a breakdown of the phrase:

• びっくりしました (Bikkuri shimashita) means “I was surprised” or “I was shocked.”
• 予想外でした (Yosou gaideshita) means “it was unexpected” or “it was beyond my expectations.”

Using this phrase allows you to express your surprise when something unexpected happens in Japanese.