Meaning
To be unnecessary, redundant, or unwanted in a situation.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in social settings to politely excuse oneself. Used frequently in professional settings to indicate redundancy. Often used with 'sobrar' as well. Used to describe someone who is being intrusive.
Context is key
Always check if you are talking about a person or an object.
Meaning
To be unnecessary, redundant, or unwanted in a situation.
Context is key
Always check if you are talking about a person or an object.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
Siento que en esta fiesta ________.
'Estar de más' is the correct idiom for feeling out of place.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesSiento que en esta fiesta ________.
'Estar de más' is the correct idiom for feeling out of place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is very common for objects.
Related Phrases
Sobrar
synonymTo be left over
Estar de sobra
synonymTo be extra
