Translation
leftover, surplus
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Word origin
A noun formed from the verb sobrar ('to be left over, to exceed'), from Latin superare ('to rise above, surpass'), from super ('above').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- superare
- English cognates
- superb, insuperable
Grammar
Examples
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We kept the leftovers from dinner in the fridge.
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We have more than enough food for all the guests.
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The dog ate the leftovers from lunch.
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I know full well that you are right.
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There is plenty of time to finish the work.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 49, lesson 4: sobra, 煤tero, mayormente and 7 more words.