Kasobrahan (en. Excess)

ka-so-bra-han

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An excess or more of something than what is necessary.
The excess of food led to waste.
Ang kasobrahan ng pagkain ay nagdulot ng pag-aaksaya.
A state of imbalance due to excessive traits or quantities.
Excessive drinking of alcohol can lead to illness.
Ang kasobrahan sa pag-inom ng alak ay maaaring magdulot ng sakit.
Expression of excessive quantity or abundance that is unnecessary.
The excess of decorations gave a cluttered and cramped feeling.
Ang kasobrahan ng dekorasyon ay nagbigay ng magulo at masikip na pakiramdam.

Etymology

derived from the word 'sobra', meaning excess or more than what is necessary

Common Phrases and Expressions

excessive drinking
excessive consumption of alcohol or drinks
kasobrahan ng pag-inom
excess of food
an unnecessary excess of food
kasobrahan sa pagkain

Related Words

excess
Refers to an excessive level or amount of something.
sobra
increase
Expression of an increase of something beyond the usual size.
laksan

Slang Meanings

Too much or over-the-top.
Dude, your care for your cat is too much, it’s like it’s part of the family.
Dude, kasobrahan na yung pag-aalaga mo sa pusa mo, parang pamilya na talaga.
Excessive liking or obsession.
My crush on him is over the top; I look at all his pictures.
Kasobrahan na yung crush ko sa kanya, lahat na lang ng pictures niya tinitingnan ko.
Overshooting or having excessive work.
Our homework is too much; it’s like we’re students just stuck at home.
Kasobrahan na ang homework natin, para tayong mga estudyanteng nakababad sa bahay.