Sobrasobra (en. Excessive)
/so.braˈso.bra/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Indicates an excessive amount or size.
His grievances are excessive and need a solution.
Ang kanyang mga hinanakit ay sobrasobra na at kailangan na ng solusyon.
More than usual or necessary.
Because of the excess food, they decided to distribute it to the neighbors.
Dahil sa sobrasobra ng pagkain, nagdesisyon silang ipamahagi ito sa mga kapitbahay.
Etymology
From 'sobra' meaning excess or too much.
Common Phrases and Expressions
excessive happiness
extreme joy
sobrasobra ang saya
Related Words
excess
An adjective referring to an excessive amount or size.
sobra
Slang Meanings
Way too much or excessively.
I'm way too happy when I got that job!
Sobrang sobrasobra yung saya ko nang nakuha ko yung trabaho!
Seems like excessive exaggeration or reaction.
Wow, your reaction to that simple joke is way too much.
Grabe, sobrasobra naman yung pag-react mo sa simpleng joke lang.
Like over the top with the emotions.
You’re way too much with the crying, just chill!
Sobrang sobrasobra ka na sa kakaiyak, chill ka lang!