adj
Uncommon
uber
OO-buh
Uber (adj) means Informal: extremely, or the ultimate example of something. Example: “He's an uber fan who never misses a match.”
adj
1
Informal: extremely, or the ultimate example of something.
"He's an uber fan who never misses a match."
"She has become uber successful in just a few years."
"She is an uber organised planner who colour-codes every note."
noun
1
A ride booked through the Uber ridesharing app, or lowercase, any similar app-based ride.
"We ordered an Uber to take us to the airport."
"I took an uber home because the last train had already gone."
"Can you book an uber for us while I find my coat?"
How to use uber
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsed informally to mean "extremely" or "top-level," or as a casual verb/noun for booking a ridesharing trip.
When to use it
Very informal; the intensifier sense ("uber cool") is slang, and lowercase "uber" as a verb is casual internet usage.
Common pairings
uber cool
order an Uber
Uber driver
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Etymology
From the German word über, meaning "above" or "over," which entered English partly through Nietzsche's term Übermensch ("superman").
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What does “uber” mean?
The word “uber” means informal: extremely, or the ultimate example of something. In plain terms, used informally to mean "extremely" or "top-level," or as a casual verb/noun for booking a ridesharing trip.
How do you pronounce “uber”?
“Uber” is pronounced OO-buh (/ˈuːbəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “uber” in a sentence?
Here is “uber” used in a sentence: “He's an uber fan who never misses a match.”
What part of speech is “uber”?
Depending on how it is used, “uber” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “uber” come from?
The word “uber” comes from German. From the German word über, meaning "above" or "over," which entered English partly through Nietzsche's term Übermensch ("superman").
Is “uber” a common word?
“Uber” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “uber” have?
“Uber” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal: extremely, or the ultimate example of something.
What is the difference between 'uber' and 'super'?
Both act as intensifiers meaning 'extremely,' and they often overlap, as in 'super-popular' or 'uber-popular.' 'Uber' tends to sound more emphatic, trendy, or informal, while 'super' is more established and everyday. In many phrases they are interchangeable.
Should 'Uber' be capitalized?
Capitalise 'Uber' when you mean the ridesharing company or a ride booked through its app, as in 'I called an Uber.' Write 'uber' in lower case when it is an informal intensifier meaning extremely, as in 'uber-trendy.' The capital letter distinguishes the brand from the slang.
Is 'uber' formal or informal?
Used to mean 'extremely,' 'uber' is informal and casual, best kept to conversation and relaxed writing. It can sound dated or slangy in formal documents. For formal writing, plainer words such as 'extremely' or 'highly' are safer.
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