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How is the word sobrevenir translated from Spanish to English

Ocurrirle algo a alguien, normalmente algo malo.

To happen to someone, usually something bad.

verb
English translation
Befall

Examples with “sobrevenir”

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  • Un destino terrible sobrevino al pueblo. — A terrible fate befell the village.

  • Que ningún mal te sobrevenga en el camino. — May no harm befall you on the road.

  • Sean cuales sean las desgracias que nos sobrevengan, seguimos adelante. — Whatever misfortunes befall us, we keep going.

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FAQ about “sobrevenir”

How is “sobrevenir” translated from Spanish?
“sobrevenir” translates into English as “Befall”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “sobrevenir” mean?
Meaning of “sobrevenir”: Ocurrirle algo a alguien, normalmente algo malo. In English — “Befall”.
What part of speech is “sobrevenir”?
“sobrevenir” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “sobrevenir”?
Example sentences with “sobrevenir” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “sobrevenir”?
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