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    Sobra (en. Surplus)

    /ˈsobɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The part that remains of something after taking or consuming a quantity.
    After the party, there were many leftovers of food.
    Después de la fiesta, quedaron muchas sobras de comida.
    Excess that is not needed.
    The leftover from this project may be useful in the future.
    La sobra de este proyecto puede ser útil en el futuro.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'soprā', which means 'above' or 'over'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Needless to say
    It is unnecessary to mention something because it is already evident.
    sobra decir
    to produce leftovers
    To produce more than what is needed or used.
    hacer sobras

    Related Words

    leftover
    That remains or is not used.
    sobrante
    to be left over
    To be excessive or to have more than necessary.
    sobrar

    Slang Meanings

    In many contexts, it refers to something that is unnecessary or excessive.
    That backpack is unnecessary for the trip; we will only take the essentials.
    Esa mochila sobra en el viaje, solo llevaremos lo esencial.
    Used in informal situations to refer to someone who stands out for doing too much.
    Don't be excessive in the meeting; you should only participate when necessary!
    ¡No seas sobra en la reunión, solo debes participar cuando es necesario!