above
Translation
above, over
Examples
The plane flew above the clouds.
The plane flew above the clouds.
His score was above average.
His score was above average.
Look at the sentence written above.
Look at the sentence written above.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) in a higher position than (sth.) The plane flew above the clouds.
((sth.)) more than (sth.) His score was above average.
Similar Words
Synonyms: over; Antonyms: below, under
Etymology
From Old English 'abufan', from 'a-' (on) + 'bufan' (over).
Memory Tips
Picture a bird flying 'above' you. It's 'a' thing that is 'b'eing 'ov'erhead.