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sich wundern

to wonder, to be surprised

In German

sich wundern

zikh VOON-dern
English
to wonder, to be surprised
Español
asombrarse, extrañarse
Italiano
meravigliarsi, stupirsi

Note

Always used reflexively. Often followed by "über" + accusative (to be surprised/wonder about something).

Example Sentences

  1. 1

    Ich wundere mich, warum er noch nicht da ist.

    I wonder why he isn't here yet.

  2. 2

    Sie wunderte sich über seine plötzliche Abreise.

    She was surprised by his sudden departure.

FAQ

How do you say "to wonder, to be surprised" in German?

"to wonder, to be surprised" in German is "sich wundern" (zikh VOON-dern). Example: Ich wundere mich, warum er noch nicht da ist..

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