Spanish Word · Intermediate
superar
to overcome / to exceed
Pronunciation: soo-peh-RAR
Meaning
To successfully deal with a difficulty or challenge, or to be greater than a certain limit or amount.
Example
Con esfuerzo, pudo superar todos los obstáculos.
With effort, he was able to overcome all the obstacles.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice superar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level Spanish word.