What does sobrar in Spanish mean?

What is the meaning of the word sobrar in Spanish? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use sobrar in Spanish.

The word sobrar in Spanish means be left over, be extra, not be needed. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word sobrar

be left over

verbo intransitivo (quedar, restar)

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")
Con el dinero que sobró de la boda se irán de luna de miel.
They are going on vacation with the money left over from the wedding.

be extra

verbo intransitivo (exceder lo necesario)

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")
Sobran pupitres en el salón: muchos alumnos no vinieron hoy porque están enfermos.
There are extra desks in the classroom; many students are off sick today.

not be needed

verbo intransitivo (estar de más)

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")
Es evidente que aquí sobro; si queréis algo, ya me llamaréis.
It's apparent that I am not needed here. If you want anything, call me.

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