No. 17,327 in Russian
сюрприз
Surprise.
In a sentence
Этот подарок был приятным сюрпризом.
This present was a pleasant surprise.
Here, 'сюрприз' is used as a noun in its singular form to describe an unexpected and delightful event or thing.
Мы готовим сюрприз для нашего друга.
We are preparing a surprise for our friend.
In this sentence, 'сюрприз' again functions as a noun, indicating an upcoming surprise being planned for someone.
Я не ожидал такого сюрприза.
I did not expect such a surprise.
Here, 'сюрприз' is used as a noun in the genitive singular form ('сюрприза'), referring to the concept of an unexpected or unforeseen event.
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