About, above in Spanish 🇪🇸

Pronunciation

Normal speech: SOH-breh
IPA: ˈso.bɾe

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Origin

Derived from Latin “super” (over, above)

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Tips to remember the word “sobre”:
– Link “sobre” to the English words “above” or “about” as it can mean both depending on context.
– Visualize a letter (sobre also means envelope in Spanish) sitting “above” other mail.
– Remember that “sobre” can also be used in expressions about topics or subjects, similar to “about” in English.

Explanations:
“Sobre” is a versatile preposition used in various contexts in Spanish. It can indicate position, similar to “above” or “on,” and it can also introduce a topic, similar to “about” or “concerning.”

Other words that mean the same thing:
– Encima de: often used to mean “above” or “on top of” indicating physical position.
– Acerca de: mainly used for “about” in the sense of discussing a topic.
– Respecto a: similar to “concerning” or “regarding.”

Alternate meanings or slang:
– “Sobre” as a noun means “envelope.”
– It can also imply “extra” or “surplus” in some contexts; for instance, “sobre peso” referring to “excess weight.”

Examples of sentences using “sobre”:
– “El libro está sobre la mesa.” (The book is on the table.)
– “Estuvimos hablando sobre la política.” (We were talking about politics.)
– “Te envié la carta en un sobre.” (I sent you the letter in an envelope.)
– “Ella siempre lleva sobre en su equipaje.” (She always carries extra in her luggage.)

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