Transcend Meaning in English

word

US

tɹænˈsɛnd

tran-SEND

UK

tɹænsˈɛnd

tran-SEND

Definition

To go beyond the normal limits of something; to rise above or exceed something, especially in quality, understanding, or experience.

Usage & Nuances

Formal, often used in academic, spiritual, or philosophical contexts. Common collocations: 'transcend boundaries', 'transcend expectations', 'transcend time'. Do not confuse with 'ascend' (to go up physically).

• Spanish: trascender - superar
• Portuguese (BR): transcender - superar
• Portuguese (PT): transcender - superar
• Chinese (Simplified): 超越 - 超脱
• Chinese (Traditional): 超越 - 超脫
• Hindi: पार करना - अतिक्रमण करना
• Arabic: تجاوز - يفوق
• Bengali: অতিক্রম করা - ঊর্ধ্বে ওঠা
• Russian: превосходить - выходить за пределы
• Japanese: 超える
• Vietnamese: vượt qua - vượt lên trên
• Korean: 초월하다
• Turkish: aşmak - ötesine geçmek
• Urdu: عبور کرنا - بالا ہونا
• Indonesian: vượt qua - vượt lên

Example Sentences

Music can transcend language barriers and connect people.

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Her courage helped her transcend her fears.

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True art can transcend time and culture.

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She managed to transcend her humble beginnings and become successful.

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Great literature tends to transcend generations.

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Sometimes, you need to transcend your own limitations to grow.

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