Pronunciation

/sʌd(ə)n/

Definitions

• Adjective: Occurring or coming without warning; unexpected. For example: “A sudden storm hit the city.”
• Adverb: In a sudden or unexpected manner. For example: “She laughed suddenly.”
• Noun: An instance of something happening unexpectedly. For example: “The sudden silence made everyone turn around.”

Phrases

• “Sudden change” refers to a rapid transformation or alteration.
• “Out of the blue” is used to describe a sudden occurrence with no prior indication.
• “Caught off guard” means someone was not prepared for a sudden event.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “Her sudden departure left us all surprised.”
• Adverb: “He jumped up from his chair, acting suddenly.”
• Noun: “A sudden loss of power disrupted the concert.”

Synonyms

• Abrupt
• Unexpected
• Jarring
• Unforeseen -猛然的 (mò rán de)
• 出其不意 (chū qí bù yì)
• Swift
• Instantaneous
• Suddenness