ihmetys — meaning in English

English meaning

• stand verb To be upright on one's feet, or to rise into that position.
• wonder noun A feeling of amazement and curiosity caused by something remarkable or unexpected.

Senses

ihmetys is used for these senses in English:

• stand (dated) A state of perplexity or embarrassment.
• wonder (uncountable) A sense of awe, astonishment and curiosity, inspired by unexpected events, novel experiences and inexplicable circumstances, sometimes accompanied by surprise, shock or reverence.

stand — full definition

1. verb To be upright on one's feet, or to rise into that position.
2. verb To be located or positioned somewhere.
3. verb To tolerate or endure something, usually in the negative.
4. verb To remain valid or in effect.
5. verb To be a candidate in an election.

wonder — full definition

1. noun A feeling of amazement and curiosity caused by something remarkable or unexpected.
2. noun Something that inspires awe or amazement.
3. verb To feel curious about something; to ask oneself a question.

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