Surhumain (en. Superhuman)

/syʁ.ymɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
That is beyond human capabilities.
His athletic abilities are almost superhuman.
Ses capacités sportives sont presque surhumaines.
Relating to a power or strength exceeding the human.
The heroes of this film have superhuman powers.
Les héros de ce film possèdent des pouvoirs surhumains.
Describing impressive resistance or strength.
He demonstrated superhuman strength to lift that weight.
Il a fait preuve d'une force surhumaine pour soulever ce poids.

Etymology

From the prefix 'super-' and 'human', indicating something beyond human.

Common Phrases and Expressions

superhuman strength
Strength that exceeds human capabilities.
force surhumaine
superhuman ability
Incredible ability, often associated with superheroes.
capacité surhumaine
superhuman performances
Performances that surpass normal human levels.
performances surhumaines

Related Words

human
Referring to what is specific to humans.
humain
supernatural
What is beyond nature, often related to the divine.
surnaturel
extraordinary
That which is beyond the ordinary, exceptional.
extraordinaire

Slang Meanings

An individual with incredible abilities.
This guy, he's a superhuman in football!
Ce mec, c'est un surhumain du foot !
Someone who easily overcomes challenges.
She won the marathon again, she's truly superhuman!
Elle a encore gagné le marathon, c'est vraiment une surhumaine !