Sube (en. Go up)

/ˈsu.βe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Move to a higher position.
The elevator goes up to the tenth floor.
El ascensor sube al décimo piso.
Increase in intensity or quantity.
The temperature rises in summer.
La temperatura sube en verano.
Progress in a hierarchy or better situation.
She is advancing in her professional career.
Ella sube en su carrera profesional.

Etymology

From Latin 'subire', which means 'to go under or below'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

turn up the volume
Increase the sound of a device.
sube el volumen
level up
Improve or advance in a process.
sube de nivel
the tide rises
Raise the water level in the sea or rivers.
sube la marea

Related Words

lower
Move to a lower position.
bajar
raise
Raise something to a greater height.
elevar
increase
Increase in quantity or value.
incrementar

Slang Meanings

To refer to succeeding in something.
When you’re selected for the team, you made it!
¡Cuando te seleccionen para el equipo, subiste!
To refer to a higher confidence or attitude.
Since he won the prize, he’s been on the rise.
Desde que ganó el premio, él sube mucho.