Superan (en. Surpass)

/supeˈɾan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of surpassing a limit or level.
The students exceed academic expectations.
Los estudiantes superan las expectativas acadéमिकas.
To overcome a difficulty or obstacle.
She always overcomes the challenges that are presented to her.
Ella siempre supera los retos que se le presentan.
To increase in quantity or degree.
This month's sales exceed those of last month.
Las ventas de este mes superan las del mes pasado.

Etymology

From the verb 'superar', which comes from the Latin 'superare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

overcome the crisis
To resolve or leave behind a difficult situation.
superar la crisis
exceed expectations
To reach or exceed what was expected.
superar las expectativas
not overcome
To indicate that something cannot be surpassed or improved.
no se superan

Related Words

overcome
To achieve overcoming an obstacle or difficulty.
superar
overcoming
The act of overcoming difficulties.
superación
to stand out
To distinguish oneself from others.
sobresalir

Slang Meanings

To get ahead in a complicated situation.
That group of friends always overcomes together.
Ese grupo de amigos siempre se superan juntos.
To exceed a limit of tolerance or patience.
They are overwhelming me with so many complaints.
Ya me superan con tantas quejas.