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    Extra (en. Extra)

    /ˈɛkstrə/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That exceeds the normal in quantity, quality, or degree.
    I bought an extra amount of food for the party.
    Compré un extra de comida para la fiesta.
    That is not essential or necessary.
    This is just an extra, you don't need it.
    Esto es solo un extra, no lo necesitas.
    A person who acts in a production but does not have a main role.
    She was an extra in the movie.
    Ella fue extra en la película.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'extra', meaning 'outside of' or 'beyond'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    extra cheese
    to add more cheese to a dish or pizza.
    extra cheese
    extra effort
    additional effort put into a task.
    extra effort
    going the extra mile
    to do more than is needed or expected.
    going the extra mile

    Related Words

    leftover
    What remains or exceeds a quantity.
    sobrante
    additional
    That is added to something already existing.
    adicional
    complement
    Something that completes or enhances another thing.
    complemento

    Slang Meanings

    Something or someone that is excessive or exaggerated.
    That party was a bit extra with all the decorations.
    Esa fiesta fue un poco extra con todas las decoraciones.
    Refers to someone who seeks to be the center of attention.
    Don’t be so extra, just relax.
    No seas tan extra, solo relájate.
    Something that is out of the normal or usual.
    His behavior today was too extra.
    Su comportamiento hoy fue demasiado extra.