I was really astonished vs I was really suprised

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. 'I was really astonished' implies a stronger sense of wonder or amazement, while 'I was really surprised' suggests a more general feeling of being taken aback or caught off guard.

Last updated: March 29, 2024

I was really astonished

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a strong sense of wonder or amazement.

This phrase is used to convey a feeling of being extremely surprised or amazed by something unexpected or extraordinary.

Examples:

I was really astonished by the magician's tricks.
She was really astonished by the beauty of the sunset.
The students were really astonished by the professor's knowledge.
He was really astonished by the size of the whale.
We were really astonished by the generosity of the donation.

Alternatives:

I was truly amazed
I was completely astounded
I was utterly amazed
I was deeply impressed
I was thoroughly amazed

I was really suprised

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a feeling of being taken aback or caught off guard.

This phrase is used to convey a sense of being unexpectedly caught off guard or taken by surprise.

Examples:

I was really surprised by the sudden change in weather.
She was really surprised by the news of her promotion.
He was really surprised by the outcome of the game.
They were really surprised by the arrival of unexpected guests.
We were really surprised by the early arrival of the package.

Alternatives:

I was truly taken aback
I was completely caught off guard
I was utterly astonished
I was deeply shocked
I was thoroughly amazed

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I was really astonished vs I was really suprised