Soberana (en. Sovereign)
/so.βeˈɾa.na/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
From a nation that exercises independent authority.
The country is sovereign and depends on itself.
El país es soberano y depende de sí mismo.
That has great power or influence.
The company is sovereign in the market.
La empresa es soberana en el mercado.
Said of something that is extraordinary or exceptional.
The artwork is sovereign because of its beauty.
La obra de arte es soberana por su belleza.
Etymology
From Latin 'soberanus', which means 'supreme'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sovereign decision
Decision that has full authority and is final.
soberana decisión
blatant ignorance
Ignorance that is total or complete.
soberana ignorancia
severe beating
A blow or punishment that is very forceful.
soberana paliza
Related Words
sovereignty
Supreme power or authority of a state over its territory.
soberanía
sovereign
One who has sovereignty; can refer to a king or queen.
soberano
sovereignly
In a sovereign manner; with total authority.
soberanamente
Slang Meanings
Something impressive or grand.
That party was sovereign; everyone had a lot of fun.
Esa fiesta fue soberana, todos se divirtieron mucho.
Used to emphasize a feeling or situation.
The lack of respect shown has been sovereign.
Ha sido soberana la falta de respeto que mostró.