What does the cryptic crossword clue "Terrible experience with love? I'm surprised (5)" mean?

The definition is "I'm surprised". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HELL (synonym of "Terrible experience") + O (synonym of "love?"); definition: "I'm surprised" The answer is HELLO.

Terrible experience with love? I'm surprised (5)

Times Cryptic #27898 | 7 Down | 2021-02-11 flower

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