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súper

/SOO-per/

very

A tiny red apple resting on a patch of grass next to a giant, exaggeratedly large version of the same red apple, illustrating dramatic intensification.

Used as an intensifier, súper means "very."

súper(Adverb)

A2

very

?

as an intensifier

,

extremely

?

as an intensifier

Also:

super-

?

as a prefix (e.g., super-fast)

📝 In Action

Mi nuevo teléfono es súper rápido.

A2

My new phone is super fast/extremely fast.

Ella llegó súper tarde a la reunión de hoy.

B1

She arrived very late to today's meeting.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • súper bien – very well
  • súper fácil – super easy

💡 Grammar Points

Always Invariable

Unlike many Spanish words, 'súper' never changes its form. It stays 'súper' whether you are talking about one thing or many things, and regardless of gender.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Adding an 'a' or 'es'

Mistake: "La casa es súpera grande."

Correction: La casa es súper grande. (Do not try to match the gender or number; it always stays 'súper'.)

⭐ Usage Tips

Informal Intensifier

This word is a popular, quick way to replace 'muy' (very), especially when speaking casually with friends or family.

A smiling, cheerful cartoon sun character wearing a bright gold medal around its neck, symbolizing excellence.

When used as an adjective, súper means "great" or "excellent."

súper(Adjective)

B1

great

?

excellent, fantastic

,

awesome

?

expressing enthusiasm

Also:

superb

?

high quality

📝 In Action

¡Qué súper! Ganamos el partido.

A2

How great! We won the game.

Tu disfraz para la fiesta fue súper.

B1

Your costume for the party was awesome.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

💡 Grammar Points

Use After the Verb 'Ser'

When using 'súper' as an adjective meaning 'great,' it usually follows a form of the verb 'ser' (to be): 'Esto es súper' (This is great).

⭐ Usage Tips

Expressing Approval

This is a quick and enthusiastic way to show you approve of something or someone. It carries a very positive, modern feeling.

A bright red shopping cart overflowing with colorful fresh groceries including apples, bananas, and bread, representing a supermarket trip.

Súper can be a short noun meaning "supermarket."

súper(Noun)

mA2

supermarket

?

grocery store (short for 'supermercado')

📝 In Action

Necesito ir al súper antes de que cierren.

A1

I need to go to the supermarket before they close.

El súper de la esquina tiene mejores precios.

A2

The grocery store on the corner has better prices.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • supermercado (supermarket)
  • tienda de comestibles (grocery store)

Common Collocations

  • ir al súper – to go to the supermarket
  • caja del súper – supermarket checkout

💡 Grammar Points

Gender Hint

Even though 'súper' ends in -er, remember it is short for 'el supermercado', so always use the masculine article 'el' or 'un' with it.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using Feminine Article

Mistake: "Voy a la súper."

Correction: Voy al súper. (Keep the masculine gender inherited from 'supermercado'.)

⭐ Usage Tips

Common Abbreviation

Using 'súper' instead of 'supermercado' is very natural and common in daily Spanish conversations, making you sound more like a native speaker.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: súper

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence uses 'súper' as a noun (meaning grocery store)?

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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.