superviviente
“superviviente” means “survivor” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
survivor
Also: outliver
📝 In Action
Los rescatistas buscan a algún superviviente bajo los escombros.
B1The rescuers are looking for any survivor under the rubble.
Ella es la única superviviente del accidente de avión.
A2She is the only survivor of the plane crash.
El museo rinde homenaje a los supervivientes de la guerra.
B2The museum pays tribute to the survivors of the war.
surviving
Also: extant
📝 In Action
No quedan muchos ejemplares supervivientes de este libro.
C1There aren't many surviving copies of this book.
Las empresas supervivientes a la crisis tuvieron que innovar.
B2The companies surviving the crisis had to innovate.
Esta es la última especie superviviente de su género.
B2This is the last surviving species of its genus.
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📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'super' (over/beyond) and 'vivens' (living). It literally means 'one who lives over or beyond' a specific point or event.
First recorded: 16th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a difference between 'superviviente' and 'sobreviviente'?
Technically, they mean the same thing. 'Superviviente' is more common in Spain, while 'sobreviviente' is more common in Latin America. Both are recognized by the Royal Spanish Academy.
Does it have a plural form?
Yes, the plural is 'supervivientes'. It applies to both masculine and feminine groups.
Can I use 'superviviente' to describe an object?
Yes, as an adjective, you can describe things like 'un manuscrito superviviente' (a surviving manuscript).