superar /sˌupeɾˈaɾ/ · verb · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "overcome".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Spanish) · Topic: Spanish Logro y Progreso

Source term
overcome
Translation
superar
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form superar
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Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + superar
Examples
A menudo necesitamos superar.
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Topic context

This word appears in the Spanish Logro y Progreso.

Example Sentences

Si superas cada desafío, lograrás un progreso notable ahora.

English: If you overcome each challenge, you will achieve remarkable progress now.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Superó su miedo a volar con terapia de exposición gradual.

English: He overcame his fear of flying through gradual exposure therapy.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Se deben superar muchos obstáculos antes de que el proyecto tenga éxito.

English: Many obstacles must be overcome before the project succeeds.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Ha superado desafíos increíbles para llegar a esta posición.

English: She has overcome incredible challenges to reach this position.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

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