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Sur

Verb / sɜ: / Another word for sur — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sur is a French word meaning 'on' or 'over'.

Synonyms & similar words

sur tyre on over above atop upon covering aloft beyond

Synonyms by register

Formal

superior higher above preceding

Informal

over on top of atop

Literary

o'er upon

Antonyms

under below beneath inferior lesser

Common collocations

  • sur le pont
  • sur le moment
  • sur le vif
  • sur le champ
  • sur la table
  • sur la route

Word family

noun surface
verb surface
adjective superficial
adverb superficially

Usage note

The word 'sur' is a French preposition. It is often used in English in specific phrases or contexts, particularly in culinary or artistic terms. Its direct English translation is typically 'on', 'over', or 'above'.

Example sentences

  1. She put the vase sur la commode. (She put the vase on the dresser.)
  2. The bird was sur la branche. (The bird was perched on the branch.)
  3. The plane flew sur la ville. (The plane flew over the city.)

Quotes

  • 'La vie est un sommeil, l'amour en est le rêve, et vous aurez vécu, si vous avez aimé.' - Alfred de Musset
  • 'Le bonheur sur la terre n'est pas sur la montagne, mais dans la façon de la gravir.' - Confucius

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