No. 17,714 in Russian
удивляться
To be surprised.
In a sentence
Я всегда удивляюсь, когда вижу радугу.
I always marvel when I see a rainbow.
The verb 'удивляться' is used here to express the feeling of wonder or amazement when the speaker experiences something unexpected or extraordinary.
Дети удивлялись необычным фигурам в музее.
The children were astonished by the unusual figures in the museum.
In this sentence, 'удивляться' reflects the reaction of the children to unique or remarkable items, showcasing its use to describe the emotional response to peculiarities.
Туристы удивлялись красоте местных пейзажей.
The tourists were amazed by the beauty of the local landscapes.
Here, 'удивляться' conveys the tourists' emotional response of admiration and amazement upon observing the scenic beauty, emphasizing the verb's association with witnessing impressive things.
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