Adjective
/i.nes.pe.'ɾa.ðo/
"Inesperado" refers to something that occurs suddenly and without warning or anticipation. It is often used to describe events, actions, or results that are surprising or not anticipated. The term is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, although more formal uses might appear in literature, news articles, and academic texts.
El resultado de la elección fue totalmente inesperado.
The result of the election was completely unexpected.
Recibí una visita inesperada de un amigo.
I received an unexpected visit from a friend.
La lluvia llegó de manera inesperada durante nuestra caminata.
The rain arrived unexpectedly during our walk.
The word "inesperado" is integral to several idiomatic expressions in Spanish, typically conveying the idea of surprise or sudden change.
A twist that was unexpected.
La trama de la película tuvo un giro inesperado que sorprendió a todos.
The plot of the movie had an unexpected twist that surprised everyone.
Un regalo inesperado.
An unexpected gift.
El cumpleaños fue especial gracias a un regalo inesperado de mi familia.
The birthday was special thanks to an unexpected gift from my family.
Una noticia inesperada.
An unexpected piece of news.
Recibí una noticia inesperada que cambió todos mis planes.
I received unexpected news that changed all my plans.
Un encuentro inesperado.
The term "inesperado" is derived from the prefix "in-" which negates "esperado," from the verb "esperar," meaning "to wait" or "to expect." Thus, "inesperado" literally translates to "not expected."
Inopinado (unexpected)
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