exceder
“exceder” means “to exceed” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to exceed
Also: to go over
📝 In Action
No debes exceder el límite de velocidad.
A2You must not exceed the speed limit.
Los gastos excedieron nuestro presupuesto mensual.
B1The expenses exceeded our monthly budget.
El peso de la maleta no puede exceder los veinte kilos.
B1The suitcase weight cannot go over twenty kilos.
to overdo it
Also: to go too far
📝 In Action
Se excedió con la comida en la fiesta.
B2He overdid it with the food at the party.
Perdona, me excedí con mis comentarios de ayer.
B2Sorry, I went too far with my comments yesterday.
No te excedas trabajando; necesitas descansar.
B1Don't overdo it working; you need to rest.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Words that translate to "exceder" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: exceder
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If you drive at 100km/h in a 60km/h zone, what are you doing?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'excedere', which combines 'ex' (out) and 'cedere' (to go or yield). It literally means 'to go out' or 'go beyond'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'exceder' regular in all tenses?
Yes, it follows the standard pattern for verbs ending in -er, just like 'comer'.
What is the difference between 'exceder' and 'sobrepasar'?
'Exceder' is more common for abstract limits and numbers (budget, speed, time). 'Sobrepasar' is often used for physically passing someone or overcoming a difficult situation.
Does 'excederse' always have a negative meaning?
Usually, yes. It implies that you have gone beyond what is healthy, polite, or appropriate.