Über
Example: Das Buch liegt über dem Tisch.
Definition
"Über" is a German preposition used to indicate that something is located above or over another object, as in the example phrase "Das Buch liegt über dem Tisch," meaning the book lies over the table. It can also express superiority or more than a certain amount.
Etymology
The German word "über" originates from Old High German "ubar," meaning 'over' or 'above.' It is related to the English word 'over' and comes from the Proto-Germanic root *uberaz. Did you know? The word "über" gained popularity in English slang to mean 'super' or 'extreme,' thanks to its use in German philosophy and culture.
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"Über" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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