Dépassait (en. Exceeded)

/de.pa.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
The action of overcoming or going beyond a limit.
She surpassed her limits to achieve her goal.
Elle dépassait ses limites pour atteindre son objectif.
To be superior to something in quantity or quality.
This performance exceeded all our expectations.
Cette performance dépassait toutes nos attentes.
To be greater or more important than something.
The speed of the object exceeded the authorized standards.
La vitesse de l'objet dépassait les normes autorisées.

Etymology

The word 'dépassait' is derived from the verb 'dépasser', which comes from the prefix 'dé-' and the verb 'passer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

surpass one's limits
To confront challenges that require more effort than usual.
dépasser ses limites
go beyond the framework
To act outside established norms.
dépasser le cadre
exceed by speed
To be ahead in terms of speed or efficiency.
dépasser par la vitesse

Related Words

exceeding
The action of surpassing.
dépassement
judge
A person who evaluates or determines something.
juge
distance
Measure of the gap between two points.
distance

Slang Meanings

To be above the fray.
He really surpasses himself when it comes to music.
Il est vraiment dépassait quand il s'agit de musique.
To be too good.
This cake surpassed all expectations; it was truly delicious!
Ce gâteau dépassait, il était vraiment délicieux !