Soberbio (en. Superb)

/soˈβeɾ.bjɔ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to a person who feels superior to others.
He is an arrogant person who never listens to others.
Es un soberbio que nunca escucha a los demás.
Can also describe something grandiose or impressive.
The landscape was splendid, worthy of a painting.
El paisaje era soberbio, digno de una pintura.
Indicates arrogance or haughtiness in behavior.
His arrogant attitude has earned him many enemies.
Su actitud soberbia le ha ganado muchos enemigos.

Etymology

From Latin 'superbus', which means 'proud' or 'haughty'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

arrogant in his behavior
Acts with arrogance and haughtiness.
soberbio en su comportamiento
proud as a peacock
Refers to someone who appears proud and ostentatious.
soberbio como un pavo real
to be arrogant
Feeling very confident and superior in a situation.
estar soberbio

Related Words

pride
Quality of being arrogant, excessive pride.
soberbia
sovereignly
In a sovereign manner, with authority or dominance.
soberanamente
sovereign
One who has absolute power or is the king of a kingdom.
soberano

Slang Meanings

Someone who boasts a lot.
I can't stand arrogant people who think they're better than others.
No aguanto a los soberbios que se creen mejor que los demás.
When someone is very self-assured.
He was arrogant before the competition.
Estaba soberbio antes de la competencia.