Also means
to catch (someone doing something)
Usage Note
Surprendre is an irregular verb following the pattern of prendre, with past participle surpris. It can mean to astonish (ça m'a surpris — 'it surprised me') or to catch someone in the act (surprendre quelqu'un à mentir — 'to catch someone lying').
Examples
"Sa réponse m'a vraiment surpris."
Natural Translation
His answer really surprised me.
Literal Translation
His answer to-me has truly surprised
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