súper
“súper” means “very” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
very, extremely
Also: super-
📝 In Action
Mi nuevo teléfono es súper rápido.
A2My new phone is super fast/extremely fast.
Ella llegó súper tarde a la reunión de hoy.
B1She arrived very late to today's meeting.
great, awesome
Also: superb
📝 In Action
¡Qué súper! Ganamos el partido.
A2How great! We won the game.
Tu disfraz para la fiesta fue súper.
B1Your costume for the party was awesome.
supermarket
📝 In Action
Necesito ir al súper antes de que cierren.
A1I need to go to the supermarket before they close.
El súper de la esquina tiene mejores precios.
A2The grocery store on the corner has better prices.
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Words that translate to "súper" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: súper
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'súper' as a noun (meaning grocery store)?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Latin prefix 'super', which means 'above', 'over', or 'exceeding'. This explains why it is used both to mean 'excellent' and as an intensifier ('extremely').
First recorded: Medieval Latin, popularized in Spanish as an intensifier in the 20th century.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use 'súper' or 'muy'?
Both mean 'very,' but 'súper' is much more informal and enthusiastic. Use 'muy' in formal situations or when writing. Use 'súper' when chatting casually with friends.
Does 'súper' have an accent mark?
Yes, 'súper' carries a written accent mark on the 'u' because, when used as a standalone word, the stress falls on the first syllable. However, when used as a prefix (like 'superdotado'), the accent is dropped.