labis
lábis with stress marks
excess; excessive
Also means
Labis can also mean remains or leftovers.
Usage Note
Labis is used to describe a surplus or extreme degree of something, often appearing in formal contexts or to emphasize deep emotions like overwhelming love. While 'sobra' is more common in daily talk, using 'labis' adds a layer of depth and poetic intensity to your expression.
Examples
" Labis ang ulan kahapon. "
Natural Translation
There was too much rain yesterday.
Literal Translation
Excess the rain yesterday.
" Huwag kang kumain nang labis. "
Natural Translation
Do not eat in excess.
Literal Translation
Do not you eat in excess.
" Labis ang aking pasasalamat sa lahat ng tumulong nang hindi humihingi ng kapalit. "
Natural Translation
My gratitude is overwhelming toward everyone who helped without asking for anything in return.
Literal Translation
Excess the my gratitude to all who helped without asking of exchange.
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