no wonder — used to express that something is not surprising
Part of speech: INTERJECTION
Definition: used to express that something is not surprising
Pronunciation (IPA): /noʊ ˈwʌndər/
Korean meaning: 당연하다, 놀랄 일이 아니다
Korean pronunciation: 노**원**더
Example Sentences
- No wonder my pizza is cold - I ordered it 3 hours ago!
- She studied for 10 hours a day. No wonder she passed the exam.
- No wonder the cat is hiding - you've been playing the violin for 2 hours!
no wonder
INTERJECTION//noʊ ˈwʌndər//
used to express that something is not surprising
used to express that something is not surprising
No wonder everyone runs under cover when thunder strikes!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase 'no wonder' originates from Middle English, where 'wonder' meant astonishment or amazement. The construction 'no wonder' literally means 'it is not astonishing,' expressing that a result or situation is a natural or expected consequence.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“No wonder my pizza is cold - I ordered it 3 hours ago!”
“She studied for 10 hours a day. No wonder she passed the exam.”
“No wonder the cat is hiding - you've been playing the violin for 2 hours!”
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