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A small, determined figure easily leaping over a tall, smooth stone wall, symbolizing overcoming a difficult obstacle.

superar Present Conjugation

superarto overcome

B1regular -ar★★★★★
Quick answer:

The present tense is regular: supero, superas, supera, superamos, superáis, superan.

superar Present Forms

yosupero
superas
él/ella/ustedsupera
nosotrossuperamos
vosotrossuperáis
ellos/ellas/ustedessuperan

When to Use the Present

Use this for current habits or facts, such as saying someone regularly exceeds expectations or is currently getting over a cold.

Notes on superar in the Present

Superar is a standard -ar verb with no stem changes.

Example Sentences

  • Siempre supero mis miedos.

    I always overcome my fears.

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  • Él supera las expectativas de su jefe.

    He exceeds his boss's expectations.

  • Ustedes superan a la competencia.

    You all are surpassing the competition.

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: superamos (meaning past)

    Correct: superamos

    Why: While spelled the same as the preterite, in the present it means 'we overcome' right now. Don't let the lack of accent confuse you.

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