Sobrenatural (en. Supernatural)

/so.βɾe.na.tu.ˈɾal/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Refers to what does not belong to nature or is extraordinary.
The phenomenon was considered supernatural by the witnesses.
El fenómeno fue considerado sobrenatural por los testigos.
Related to entities or forces that transcend physical reality.
They believe in supernatural beings that influence our lives.
Creen en seres sobrenaturales que influyen en nuestras vidas.
Often associated with the mystical or the spiritual.
The story is full of supernatural events that astonish the characters.
La historia está llena de eventos sobrenaturales que asombran a los personajes.

Etymology

From Latin 'supernaturalis', meaning 'beyond nature'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

supernatural phenomenon
Unexplained event by science; believed to have a divine or mysterious origin.
fenómeno sobrenatural
supernatural powers
Extraordinary abilities that transcend physical laws.
poderes sobrenaturales
supernatural beliefs
Convictions about entities or phenomena that cannot be seen or measured.
creencias sobrenaturales

Related Words

paranormal
Referring to events or phenomena that are beyond scientific explanation.
paranormal
magical
Having the ability to produce effects that are not understandable according to natural knowledge.
mágico
divine
Related to God or gods; stemming from a deity.
divino

Slang Meanings

Strange or inexplicable things.
That story sounds very supernatural, like something from a horror movie.
Esa historia suena muy sobrenatural, como algo de una película de terror.
Applied to people who seem to have special abilities.
That girl has a supernatural talent for music.
Esa chica tiene un talento sobrenatural para la música.