unexpected (joy, success, etc.)
ぼうがい
Noun, Particle, Adjective
1.
unexpected (joy, success, etc.), unanticipated, beyond what one hoped, beyond one's expectations
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チームが優勝したのは、まさに望外の結果だった。
The team's championship victory was truly an unexpected result.
望外の利益を得て、会社はさらに発展した。
Having gained unexpected profits, the company developed further.
望外の評価をいただき、大変光栄に存じます。
I am deeply honored to receive such unexpected praise.
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