/supeˈɾaɾ/
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Translation
to overcome, to surpass
Word origin
From Latin superare ('to rise above, overcome'), from super ('above, over'). The same root gives English 'super' and 'superior'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- superare
- English cognates
- super, superior
Grammar
Verb type-ar regular (1st group)
Examples
.
You have to overcome your fears.
.
She surpasses everyone at mathematics.
juntos.
We are going to get through this situation together.
euros.
The price must not exceed one hundred euros.
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