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    Au-dessus (en. Above)

    /o.de.su/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    Indicates a higher position.
    The bird flies above the trees.
    L'oiseau vole au-dessus des arbres.
    Used to mean 'more than' in value or quantity.
    He scored above average on the exam.
    Il a eu au-dessus de la moyenne à l'examen.
    Refers to a hierarchy or higher status.
    He works above me in the company.
    Il travaille au-dessus de moi dans l'entreprise.

    Etymology

    From Old French, combining 'au' (à + le) and 'dessus' (above).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    above the fray
    Refers to someone who is in a superior or exceptional position.
    au-dessus de la mêlée
    to be above one's means
    To spend more than one can afford.
    être au-dessus de ses moyens
    above the law
    Refers to a person who believes they are above the rules.
    au-dessus des lois

    Related Words

    above
    Upper part of an object or surface.
    dessus
    high
    Qualifies something that is distant from the bottom or ground.
    haut

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a high position in a social hierarchy.
    He is really above; he has a nice house and a good car.
    Il est vraiment au-dessus, il a une belle maison et une bonne voiture.
    Indicates that someone has succeeded in reaching a higher level.
    She is above average, clearly.
    Elle est au-dessus de la moyenne, clairement.